Broadcast Systems Engineer

Turning Point for God•Lakeside, CA

3d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Turning Point for God is the broadcast ministry of Dr. David Jeremiah and exists to deliver the unchanging Word of God to an ever-changing world. Using Dr. Jeremiah’s teaching, we capture, curate, and communicate Bible Strong content through the power of media to share the Gospel with theological and creative excellence. Dr. Jeremiah is committed to teaching the entirety of God’s Word to the world, and his teaching is delivered in multiple languages to approximately 3 billion people across the globe through Turning Point’s various media channels. To accomplish this mission, more than two hundred staff across various disciplines are committed to sharing the Gospel and Bible Strong teaching through Turning Point. At Turning Point, you will be empowered and equipped to use your unique skills and abilities to glorify God and make an eternal impact while being part of a professional Christian community and relational work environment. Position Summary: As a member of the Engineering team, the Broadcast Systems Engineer shall work collaboratively with production staff to manage and ensure day-to-day functionality and performance of a full array of broadcast production equipment (computers, networking, SAN data storage systems, cameras, lighting and HVAC equipment, etc.) within our facilities in support of Turning Point’s Studio, Broadcast, Digital Media and Event Production Schedules. Turning Point Production Facilities include Turning Point Studios (TPHQ Lakeside, CA) and its Broadcast Mobile Unit and infrastructure at Shadow Mountain Community Church (El Cajon, CA).

Requirements

At least five (5) years in broadcast production operations and engineering with an advanced understanding of broadcast and IT systems (Broadcast Audio/Video Hardware, Windows/Mac OS Workstations, Windows/Linux Servers, Networking via Ethernet and Fiber) required.
Must have a passion for engineering and problem resolution, possessing advanced communication and troubleshooting skills with a tenacity to engage internal and/or external technical resources for rapid and effective problem resolution.
Must be a self-motivated, collaborative team player that is willing, able and flexible to work overtime, nights, and weekends when necessary.
Willing and able to be scheduled as EIC for primary broadcast acquisition during services on Sundays and/or Saturdays year-round at Shadow Mountain Community Church.
Willing and able to travel to TPFG locations throughout the year, as necessary, with travel to location shoots/productions infrequently.
Willing and able to lift/push/pull equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Highly proficient in utilizing schematics and line drawings to understand complex signal flows, identify and solve problems, and create new solutions or workarounds.
Intermediate proficiency with updating and creating schematics and line drawings using drawing / flowchart software programs such as AutoCAD, WireCAD, VisualCAD and/or Visio.
Familiarity with baseline installation and initial operational testing of Post-Production software applications such as Avid Pro Tools, Avid Media Composer, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects), DaVinci Resolve.
Experienced installation engineer with excellent previsualization skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

2-4 Year Degree in Engineering, Electronics or Broadcast Production is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with production staff to identify and troubleshoot technical issues and opportunities as they arise.
Coordinates maintenance scheduling with staff members, in consideration of production deadlines, providing engineering support with the goal of minimal downtime and interruptions.
Documents, manages and performs installation and maintenance on audio, video, lighting and electrical equipment, ensuring stability of systems.
Documents, manages and maintains production computer and network systems configurations.
Performs scheduled preventative maintenance on TPHQ production servers, SAN and data backup systems, ensuring operational stability and performance.
Coordinates and performs scheduled OS and application updates on desktop production systems, ensuring stability between core software applications and software ad-ins (plug-ins).
Assists in planning, design, documentation, implementation and maintenance of production systems improvements including servers, software applications, production networking and facilities wiring.
The EIC for TPHQ studio or location shoots is responsible to ensure readiness of Broadcast recording equipment and systems (cameras, video recorders, audio systems, etc.) and shall coordinate with and support the Production Manager, Studio Media Producer, Director and Lead Audio Engineer (and additional assigned team leads) to ensure expected setup/strike and operation of equipment to achieve highest quality video and audio recordings and live broadcasts.
Assists and supports the Turning Point Studios Media Manager with data ingest, archival and restoration.
Responsible for ensuring operational readiness of the mobile unit and its connected systems (cameras, video recorders, audio systems, etc.) for weekly Sunday and/or Saturday acquisition of services for Turning Point at Shadow Mountain Community Church.
Identifies, documents, performs or outsources routine and preventative maintenance on physical trailer systems (brakes, suspension, wheels, air lines, roofing, HVAC, power system, etc.)
Coordinates with and supports the Television Senior Producer / Director and Audio Engineer to ensure high-quality broadcast recordings.

Benefits

Generous medical, dental and vision insurance, with voluntary supplemental plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Company-sponsored long-term disability insurance and short-term (outside of CA)
Company-sponsored life Insurance
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Eleven paid holidays
Accrued vacation and sick time
Yearly paid time off

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