Live Broadcast Engineer — Studio & Transmission Expert

Placements24

Bloemfontein

On-site

ZAR 480,000 - 720,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a skilled Broadcast Engineer to join our state-of-the-art facility. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade broadcast equipment across live productions and studio operations, ensuring reliability from camera to transmission.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in broadcast engineering, a solid understanding of TV production workflows, RF systems, IP-based broadcasting, and hands-on experience with video routers, audio consoles, and encoders. Apply now.

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience in broadcast engineering or related technical field.
Strong understanding of television production workflows and digital broadcasting standards.
Proficiency with broadcast hardware and software (video routers, audio mixers, encoders).
Experience with RF systems, satellite uplinks, and IP-based broadcasting is advantageous.
Relevant technical certifications or a degree in Electrical Engineering are preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, operate, and maintain broadcast equipment across studio and transmission systems.
Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize downtime.
Monitor signals and system performance, resolving issues promptly.
Support live broadcast productions, ensuring seamless execution from studio to transmission.
Assist with planning and implementation of new broadcast technologies and upgrades.
Document procedures, configurations, and maintenance logs accurately.