Broadcast Engineer
About The Position
San Diego State University Athletics is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to help power the broadcasts behind Aztec Athletics. In this role, you'll help deliver high-quality live productions by supporting the broadcast systems and technology that bring SDSU Athletics to audiences on campus and beyond. Working closely with Athletics production staff, campus partners, students, and external broadcast teams, you'll support live event productions, maintain broadcast infrastructure, and contribute to the planning and enhancement of broadcast systems. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise, innovation, and collaboration while supporting one of the nation's premier collegiate athletics programs.
Requirements
- Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible experience as an audiovisual engineer, including all phases of operation and maintenance of television facilities and broadcast studios.
- College degree program in a related field or a combination of technical training and experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of television and radio engineering principles, including frequency allocation, electromagnetic wave propagation, radio signal measurements, and broadcast systems.
- Knowledge of federal communications regulations and experience applying applicable industry standards.
- Experience with digital and analog electronics, audio/visual systems, and troubleshooting broadcast equipment.
- Familiarity with cable, fiber, microwave, and satellite networks, including the underlying technologies that support broadcast operations.
- Experience using computerized broadcast, television production, and webcasting systems, including video server technology.
- Experience planning, operating, maintaining, and supporting television and radio broadcasting facilities.
- Demonstrated success interpreting and applying state and federal communications regulations.
- Experience providing technical guidance, training, and support to staff and student employees in a collaborative environment.
- Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Incumbents may be required to obtain a general Radio/Television license and/or a certification from the Society of Broadcast Engineers.
Responsibilities
- Support the operation, maintenance, and enhancement of broadcast and audiovisual systems for live athletic events.
- Coordinate technical production activities, including live broadcasts, remote productions, and videoboard operations.
- Partner with campus departments, vendors, and broadcast partners to maintain reliable and innovative production systems.
- Mentor student assistants and production staff while supporting technical documentation, equipment management, and future broadcast initiatives.
Benefits
- 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
