Broadcast Engineer - Live Production
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Broadcast Engineer specializing in Live Production for an on-site role in Bloemfontein. You will manage and operate advanced broadcast equipment across live TV and radio, set up studios, monitor quality, and troubleshoot under pressure.
The ideal candidate has 5+ years in live broadcast engineering, deep knowledge of signal flow, standards, and transmission tech, plus hands-on experience with Ross/Blackmagic switchers and RF systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Broadcast Technology, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Broadcast Engineer with a strong emphasis on live television or radio production.
- In-depth knowledge of video and audio signal flow, broadcast standards, and transmission technologies.
- Hands-on experience with video switchers, audio consoles, and RF systems.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting broadcast systems under pressure.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team in Bloemfontein.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain broadcast equipment including cameras, switchers, audio mixers, and transmission systems.
- Set up and configure studios and remote facilities for live events.
- Monitor broadcast quality and performance; adjust for optimal signal integrity.
- Troubleshoot technical issues quickly during live broadcasts.
- Collaborate with directors, producers, and talent to meet technical requirements.
- Stay current with evolving broadcast technologies and best practices.
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Broadcast Engineer specializing in Live Production to join their operations team in Bloemfontein . This crucial role involves managing and operating sophisticated broadcast equipment to ensure seamless live television and radio broadcasts. You will be responsible for the technical setup, operation, and troubleshooting of audio, video, and transmission systems during live events and daily programming. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses a strong technical aptitude, and thrives in the fast-paced environment of live broadcasting.
- Operate and maintain a wide range of broadcast equipment, including cameras, switchers, audio mixers, and transmission systems.
- Set up and configure broadcast studios and remote production facilities for live events.
- Monitor broadcast quality and technical performance, making adjustments as needed to ensure optimal signal integrity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly and efficiently during live broadcasts.
- Collaborate with production teams, including directors, producers, and talent, to meet technical requirements.
- Stay current with evolving broadcast technologies and best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Broadcast Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Broadcast Engineer , with a strong emphasis on live television or radio production.
- In-depth knowledge of video and audio signal flow, broadcast standards, and transmission technologies.
- Hands-on experience with video switchers (e.g., Ross, Blackmagic), audio consoles, and RF systems.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting complex broadcast systems under pressure.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment in Bloemfontein .
- Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
- Opportunities to work on high-profile live events and productions.
- Professional development and training in the latest broadcast technologies.
- A dynamic and challenging work environment in the Free State .
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