Remote Broadcast Engineer

NASCAR•Concord, NC

8d•Remote

About The Position

The Remote Broadcast Engineer is responsible for the essential setup and testing of broadcast equipment in the field. The Engineer deploys, troubleshoots and ensures systems are operational prior to broadcast. This role oversees and manages all aspects surrounding the set-up, testing and successful operation of the broadcast-transmission equipment necessary to facilitate the broadcast of live and pre-recorded events from remote locations. The Engineer also oversees the routing and testing of transmission paths between track and production facility, ensuring paths are operational and configured appropriately. Additionally, the role manages the maintenance of remote broadcasting equipment, uses expertise to perform in-depth troubleshooting and on-the-spot repairs, and manages interactions with vendors when external repair services are necessary. The Engineer manages intercom and router configurations and implements changes as needed, deploys and tests Tally GPI closures, manages, configures & troubleshoots DANTE audio network and DANTE devices, and manages backup records of ASI signals. Collaboration with broadcast partners and vendors to obtain and distribute audio/video and data feeds is also a key responsibility, along with developing and continually reviewing and updating processes to maximize efficiency for all stakeholders.

Requirements

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
Minimum of six (6) years’ experience and/or training in Broadcast Engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient on Company-provided hardware and software.
Specific knowledge of RTS Intercom systems software, Evertz/Grass Valley or similar HD Video and audio routers configuration, knowledge of Grass Valley production switchers, Calrec audio.
Understanding of how IT interacts with broadcast areas and the ability to work thru basic system issues.
Knowledge of broadcast equipment such as scopes, routers, camera systems, Multi-Viewer monitor systems, EVS, etc.
Strong IT base as it relates to the broadcast world.

Nice To Haves

Mobile production truck experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all aspects surrounding the set-up, testing and successful operation of the broadcast-transmission equipment necessary to facilitate the broadcast of live and pre-recorded events from remote locations.
Oversee the routing and testing of transmission paths between track and production facility; ensure paths are operational and configured appropriately.
Manage the maintenance of remote broadcasting equipment; use expertise to perform in-depth troubleshooting and on-the-spot repairs; manage interactions with vendors when external repair services are necessary.
Manage intercom and router configurations and implement changes as needed.
Deploy and test Tally GPI closures.
Manage, configure & troubleshoot DANTE audio network and DANTE devices.
Manage backup records of ASI signals.
Collaborate with broadcast partners and vendors to obtain and distribute audio/video and data feeds; develop and continually review and update processes to maximize efficiency for all stakeholders.