Senior Broadcast Engineer

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Senior Broadcast Engineer to maintain and improve broadcast media equipment across University Media Services. The role includes remote and studio engineering, campus-wide broadcasts, and classroom/production support.

The successful candidate will lead engineering projects, configure networks and signaling systems, and supervise student staff during game days and events. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics or related field required.
• 3–5 years of related broadcast engineering experience.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under university policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for remote media productions and events across campus.
• Install, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment for university stations (WIPB, WBST, WCRD, WCRH).
• Configure and maintain campus digital signage systems and studio control rooms.
• Lead and design broadcast facilities and act as system administrator for rack rooms.
• Operate and monitor equipment for studio and remote productions; train students as needed.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Remote/studio engineering

Networking

Operating systems

Education

Associate degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Oscilloscopes

Networking gear

Job description

Position Title: Senior Broadcast Engineer Compensation: $22.00 - 24.20 Department: University Media Services_A Start Date: 08/15/2026

About this opportunity:

This is an opportunity to join the Ball State University Media Services department’s Engineering team. This full-time opportunity comes with an attractive benefits package, including health insurance, which includes dental and prescription coverage, discounts on University amenities and cultural events, retirement, and much more. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Perform the duties of Senior Broadcast Engineer and ensure broadcast media equipment is properly maintained to minimize downtime.

1. Provide engineering support for remote media productions and presentations, including teleconferences, sporting events, satellite uplinks, and downlinks, and streaming to multiple platforms. Perform duties as a remote/studio engineer; assist operators and clients with the operation of equipment; upgrade, install, and maintain equipment for UMS and other departments on campus.
2. Provide engineering support for microwave links, satellite uplinks, and downlinks, fiber optics systems, including SMPTE, single-mode and multi-mode fiber, and networking equipment. Knowledge and expertise in the use of networking and streaming hardware and software.
3. Install, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment for University Media Services; includes WIPB, WBST, WCRD, WCRH, and other university departments.
4. Install, configure, and maintain campus digital signage systems, players, and monitors. Work with departments and facilities for proper installation and operation.
5. Lead, design, implement, and maintain broadcast control rooms, video news media labs, and recording studio audio suites. Work as a system administrator for rack rooms in each area. On-call for equipment maintenance and functionality during high-traffic times.
6. Use complex software and hardware systems, including Networking setup and configuration, Windows, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Presentations, scheduling programs, interfacing practices, programming, robotic systems, 3d Printers, PC, MAC, Linux system platforms.
7. Work directly with faculty, staff, and administrators to ascertain needs for new and renovated teaching facilities, document the requirements and suggestions, provide product and vendor recommendations, provide budget consultation and project management, provide as-built documentation, and coordinate with vendors for ongoing maintenance, upgrades, and technical support.
8. Set up, check, operate, and monitor equipment for studio and remote productions; includes equipment for distance learning programs as well as academic and promotional productions.
9. Work in interdepartmental teams on production work, engineering work, quality control, work evaluations of members, scheduling, solving problems, and commercial broadcast productions.
10. Apply thorough knowledge of the use of complex electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, computerized signal generators, voltmeters, waveform monitors, fiber test equipment, and knowledge of the safe operation and use of other specialized test equipment.
11. Monitor procedures and ensure quality of work, document standard operating procedures, and oversee the continuous update of systems as necessary.
12. Perform component-level repair of media-related equipment for Ball State University’s campus, including electrical and soldering requirements. Must be able to read and interpret diagrams.
13. Provide engineering support for the university cable system by maintaining and repairing the MATV system and equipment.
14. Direct interaction with students during the broadcast of sporting events, studio shoots, and other remote broadcast and streaming events. Includes continual training, supervising, and instruction of students in the proper use of broadcast equipment and game day operations. Provide knowledge and training to practicum students in one-on-one sessions throughout the semester as needed by the Department of Media.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned.
16. Maintain regular and predictable attendance as required by this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in electronics or related area or equivalent. Over three through five years of related experience; strong computer skills. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy; strong computer skills.

What we offer:

• We offer paid 10 to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays a year.
• Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments.
• We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family.
• These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
• When you work for us, you are family.
• And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State.
• We do the same for you.
• In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition.
• This offer is good from the very first day you start.
• It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
• Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that show you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Staff (Exempt) and download our calculator spreadsheet. Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene.

What could be better? You here - for starters.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

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