Remote Broadcast Engineer — Live Sports Production

Gray Local Media, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to manage mobile production units and on-site facilities for live remote sports. You will install, program, operate, repair, and maintain equipment, while mentoring junior staff and documenting work. The role requires travel up to 80% and readiness for evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate has a background in broadcast engineering, remote production, and strong communication skills, with a valid driver's license and a flexible, team-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years in broadcast engineering or remote production.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced live-event environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, operate, repair, and maintain mobile broadcast units and facilities.
• Install, document, and evaluate broadcast equipment; train junior staff.
• Travel regionally and nationally; on-call across evenings and weekends.
• Produce accurate records and timely reports on operations.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Remote production

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree / 5+ years experience

Tools

Broadcast hardware

Production software

IT networking

Job description

Gray Media is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to manage mobile production units and on-site facilities for live remote sports. You will install, program, operate, repair, and maintain equipment, while mentoring junior staff and documenting work. The role requires travel up to 80% and readiness for evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate has a background in broadcast engineering, remote production, and strong communication skills, with a valid driver's license and a flexible, team-focused mindset.