Lead Video Engineer & On-Site EIC for Live Events

US Enhanced Personnel; Archdale (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Enhanced Personnel is seeking a seasoned Video Engineer (V1) / EIC to lead on-site video operations for live events. You will direct the video department, oversee load-in, setup, show execution, and strike, and ensure flawless delivery while coordinating with audio and lighting teams.

We require 4+ years in live video production, experience with Blackmagic ATEM, Ross, LED walls, and IP-based workflows. Travel, nights, and weekends are required; salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of live video production experience.
• Experience operating video switchers in a lead role.
• Experience with LED walls, video processing, and live production systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site Engineer in Charge (EIC) and lead the video department.
• Oversee load-in, system setup, show execution, and strike.
• Operate video switchers (Blackmagic ATEM, Ross) and manage playback systems.
• Configure LED walls, cameras (manned/PTZ), monitors, and routing systems.
• Manage live streaming and hybrid event setups.
• Act as main client contact for video-related needs.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real time.
• Maintain and repair equipment as needed.
• Develop workflows, diagrams, and pre-production plans.
• Coordinate with audio, lighting, and other departments.
• Perform camera shading and color matching.
• Manage recording systems and ensure proper capture workflows.
• Complete post-event reporting and documentation.

Skills

Lead video engineer

Live video production

Video switchers

AV networking

Dante workflows

Camera shading

Color matching

Video walls

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Blackmagic ATEM

Ross Video

NDI

SDI

HDMI

IP-based workflows

Fiber systems

Job description

US Enhanced Personnel is seeking a seasoned Video Engineer (V1) / EIC to lead on-site video operations for live events. You will direct the video department, oversee load-in, setup, show execution, and strike, and ensure flawless delivery while coordinating with audio and lighting teams.

We require 4+ years in live video production, experience with Blackmagic ATEM, Ross, LED walls, and IP-based workflows. Travel, nights, and weekends are required; salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000 per year.