Video Engineer Associate

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Notre Dame is looking for a dedicated Video Engineer Associate to join the Notre Dame Studios team. This role is essential to our ability to produce world-class media that captures the life, spirit, and academic pursuits of our campus community. As a key member of our production team, you will support the technical infrastructure that brings our stories to life, ensuring seamless execution for both internal productions and high-profile televised events. This position operates at the intersection of broadcast engineering and production support. You will serve as the engineer-in-charge for various productions, taking responsibility for the technical components that ensure a successful broadcast. Beyond live event support, you will be a vital contributor to the maintenance and evolution of our facilities, including the Rex and Alice A. Martin Media Center, ensuring our equipment and systems remain at the forefront of industry standards.

Requirements

• Minimum Associate degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school
• 1+ years of relevant experience
• Broadcast Engineering training or equivalent experience
• Ability to operate and make decisions under the pressure of a live television environment.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Understanding of broadcast technical facilities and experience with the setup and operation of broadcast video, audio, and production equipment
• Ability to diagnose video system and broadcast IT problems and provide alternative solutions under deadlines
• Ability to work a rotating schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with IT networking in a broadcast environment
• Knowledge of IP and fiber-based broadcast systems
• Experience with the design, documentation, and integration of television and post-production systems
• Committed to continuous learning, regularly acquiring knowledge of cutting-edge technologies and industry shifts

Responsibilities

• Perform engineer-in-charge duties for productions, managing technical components to ensure success
• Coordinate preventative maintenance against production schedules and assist with troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment installation
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for outside broadcasters, managing connectivity, power, and mobile unit integration
• Support multi-media productions by assisting with setup, operation, and strike of remote and facility-based events
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including event tech books, to support ongoing operations and future productions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree