The Operations Engineer provides technical coordination between the operators/supervisors and all the live events, operational changes, and technical updates going on throughout the hub, ensuring a successful broadcast day.
Provides support for the master control operations center along with assists and trains operators.
Coordinates live broadcast schedule with operators and originating feed sources, ensuring successful reception and broadcast of live events.
Performs troubleshooting of hardware and software problems on all Broadcast equipment.
Provides prompt service in support of daily live broadcasts.
Performs preventative maintenance as appropriate on equipment.
Installs, updates, and documents needed equipment changes to support operational requirements of the facility.
Respond to, communicate, manage, and track on-air technical issues as they arise in a live 24/7 production environment with the appropriate sense of urgency.
Collaborate with engineering management to identify technical needs, design workflows/systems, and implement solutions.
Follow station, company, and industry standards for workflow/operations and documentation of on-air systems.
Three or more years of experience in a master control leadership position.
Experience in broadcast engineering is a plus.
Must possess a positive work attitude, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work well with others.
Ability to prioritize and make changes to work plans without loss of efficiency or composure, all while managing multiple projects.
Ability to communicate efficiently with varying disciplines and personalities.
Strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to articulate the troubleshooting process to peers.
Comprehensive understanding of production workflows in television.
Desire to learn and evaluate new technologies, systems, and workflows.
Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule to include overnights, weekends, holidays, and on-call in support of a 24x7x365 Broadcast operation.
Understanding of the requirements of a 24/7/365 television media operation.