Audio & Broadcast Systems Engineer

Pfizer • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pfizer Studio supports Pfizer’s mission to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives by producing live and pre-recorded video, audio, and broadcast content for colleagues across the enterprise. The Audio & Broadcast Systems Engineer is the Studio’s technical expert in audio engineering, broadcast systems, control room functionality, and signal flow. This role ensures smooth operation of the Studio’s technical infrastructure and delivers exceptional audio quality across all productions. This position partners with Producers, Visual Production, and postproduction teams to support integrated workflows and high-quality execution. The role requires strong technical aptitude, customer service orientation, and the ability to troubleshoot in high-pressure environments.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in audio engineering, broadcast operations, or studio technology within corporate, agency, or media environments.
• Advanced proficiency with Digital Audio Workstations (Pro Tools, Audition, Logic, or similar), including multitrack editing, mixing, EQ, compression, and noise reduction workflows.
• Demonstrated experience operating digital mixing consoles and broadcast switchers (Yamaha, Sony, Grass Valley, Ross, etc.).
• Deep understanding of signal flow, patching, routing, and audio networking (Dante, AES67, MADI, NDI/IP).
• Hands-on experience working in control rooms, live event environments, or broadcast studios with high-pressure turnaround requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and networked AV systems.
• Experience supporting executive communications or enterprise-level live events (town halls, webcasts, hybrid meetings).
• Ability to create and maintain documentation such as wiring diagrams, SOPs, and technical configuration sheets.
• Ability to work collaboratively with producers, visual team members, IT partners, and external vendors.
• Familiarity with AI-powered audio tools (auto-mixing, noise reduction, transcription, and metadata enrichment).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize during fast-paced, multi-project workloads.
• Basic video linear editing for creating string outs.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Audition), Microsoft 365 tools, Frame.io, or equivalent review platforms.
• Experience working in a regulated or compliance-driven environment.
• Familiarity with corporate accessibility standards (captioning, audio description basics).

Responsibilities

• Record, mix, and monitor high-quality audio for interviews, voiceovers, live-to-tape sessions, and studio productions, in both production and postproduction capacities.
• Operate microphones, mixers, audio interfaces, DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations e.g., Pro Tools, Audition), and signal routing systems.
• Operate Sony XVS-6000 Series HD Switcher and Yamaha CL3 Digital Mixing Console.
• Ensure consistent volume, clarity, EQ, noise reduction, and compliance with Pfizer’s technical audio standards.
• Operate and maintain the Studio’s control room, switcher, routing and communications systems, and monitoring infrastructure.
• Understand and manage audiovisual signal flow (SDI, NDI/IP, Dante, or similar audio networking).
• Support live and hybrid events, including webcasts, town halls, and internal broadcasts.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair audio, video, and control room systems.
• Maintain documentation of equipment configurations, wiring diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all equipment meets safety and quality standards.
• Serve as backup camera operator or lighting board operator when needed.
• Support file preparation and basic editing for audio/visual assets.
• Collaborate with Producers and Visual Production to ensure technical readiness and smooth production days.
• Partner with external vendors on equipment repairs, upgrades, and installations.
• Stay current with new technologies, broadcast integrations, and AI-enabled audio workflows.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees