Live Broadcast Engineer — 24/7 On-Air Specialist

Media Networks, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company in Clearwater, FL seeks a Live Broadcast Engineer to ensure unsurpassed on-air reliability for multi-channel live events.

This role drives 24/7 operations, coordinating with master control and engineering teams to keep broadcasts live and audiences engaged. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in related field, an associate degree or equivalent experience, and a calm, analytical approach to high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• Generally 2+ years of experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineers and master control to guide live-event execution.
• Train operators in best practices, issue resolution, and recovery of live events.
• Develop thorough knowledge of the operation's technical architecture and on-air systems.
• Resolve issues quickly to prevent on-air discrepancies.
• Manage end-to-end live event execution including preparation and post-event adjustments.
• Approve and maintain awareness of on-air maintenance using change control procedures.
• Assume transmission responsibilities as needed, including uplinks, booking, QC, and remotes.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Live event operations

On-air reliability

Quality control

Communication

High-pressure adaptability

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The E.W. Scripps Company in Clearwater, FL seeks a Live Broadcast Engineer to ensure unsurpassed on-air reliability for multi-channel live events.

This role drives 24/7 operations, coordinating with master control and engineering teams to keep broadcasts live and audiences engaged. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in related field, an associate degree or equivalent experience, and a calm, analytical approach to high-pressure situations.