Broadcast IT Engineer

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Dec 13, 2024

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested.

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your resume.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.

These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	002173
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Broadcast IT Engineer
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00. Position requires 24 hour on-call status and various operating shifts including minimal weekends and holidays.
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	University Advancement
Department	University Communications (Adm)
Work Location	Atkins Library
Salary Range	$85,000 - $95,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The mission of the department of Creative Services is to provide video services that promote public image, engage Alumni and support research initiatives in a timely and cost effective manner in accordance with and in furtherance of the University's mission. The vision of the department of Creative Services is to be the recognized leader in video development, social media communications, and delivery in the academic community while valuing and training each employee, expanding video programming, continually improving operations, and maintaining customer satisfaction.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Broadcast IT Engineer is a specialized position responsible for supervision, project management, field production, electrical engineering, broadcast technology, computer engineering, and information technology that support specialized video/audio and RF engineering are essential parts of broadcast engineering, being their own subsets of electrical engineering. This position involves field acquisition, studio production, and transmission aspects including remote broadcast technology from standard baseband video to bonded cellular.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Summary of Position Responsibilities: The Broadcast IT Engineer will manage technology strategy and day-to-day operations performing system design, integration, and maintenances for core infrastructure, studios, control rooms, post-production, and transmission for all live and pre-recorded programming. The position will oversee the operations and maintenance functions of technical personnel, equipment, infrastructure, and building facilities to ensure a smooth and efficient operation for broadcast, production, and NexGen endeavors. The Broadcast IT Engineer will also assist the technology team in the development of long-term goals and action plans to ensure smooth implementations of new technologies to meet University-wide goals. Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Broadcast infrastructure design, integration, maintenance, and operation. Extending production abilities to remote sites as necessary in areas such as Dejero, LiveU, Fiber transmission, analyze and fix technical equipment. Maintain back-up power systems and perform monthly system checks. Responsible for and managing the scope of work for engineering projects, forecast budget proposals for new projects and timeframes. Responsible for interface with system integrators, installation, commissioning, repairs and vendors on system designs, build-outs and infrastructure upgrades. Provide transitional plans that will incorporate the new system while maintaining existing operations. Oversee and maintain broadcast and production infrastructure including but not limited to: control rooms, transmission, master control, ingest and acquisition, edit suites, studio, equipment center, and field equipment. Will lead, assign, train, schedule, and oversee the work and performance of direct reports and others. Approve, read, and maintain system documentation, schematics, as well as review documentation submitted by all technical personnel. Maintain technical database and connectivity maps involving all video feeds. Manage encoding platforms and livestreaming systems. Experience with computer automation systems, operate video switchers, router panels, routing video and audio signals, file servers, multi-channel automation systems, file-based ingest and playback servers. Live-on air switching. Proficiency with computer servers and customized high-bandwidth video networks, fiber connectivity and production setups. Maintains automation systems, and production equipment including switcher, play-out servers, graphic devices, lighting systems, video displays, audio consoles, microphones, IFBs, and intercoms. Conducts troubleshooting, installation, research, documentation, and cabling tasks. Maintains cinematography equipment including cinema camera, field gear, editing systems and support devices This position may include weekends, holidays, and overnight hours and requires 24 hour on-call status and various shifts. This position must be dependable, communicate effectively, work well with others, and detailed-oriented. This position must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision, knowledge of computers and an aptitude for operating electronic equipment.
Minimum Education/Experience	Technical degree in Broadcasting, Electronics, Information Technology or a related field or at least 8 years of comparable experience in the Television Broadcasting Field. Proven experience in leading a diverse team of technologists to set and accomplish organizational goals. Strong IT based skills, networking and IP video distribution infrastructure, with knowledge of SMPTE 2110 and SMPTE 2022 beneficial. Knowledge and experience in a server/rack room environment. Knowledge of planning, technical design, construction, maintenance and operation of all aspects of broadcast facilities. Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with excellent attention to detail, accuracy and strong organizational skills. Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills with the ability to direct and motivate the technical staff and work well with all station departments. Experience with operating systems, software and programs beyond the basic user applications. RF experience is necessary. 4 year technical degree, preferably electronics or computer engineering. 10+ years of recent experience with a broadcaster or broadcast industry solutions provider. 4+ years of management experience, including performance evaluation, hiring and disciplinary action. Must be willing to work evenings, overnights, weekends , holidays with little or/no notice. Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record required.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Expert-level knowledge of current and next-generation digital technologies, equipment, and standards including video-over-IP, encoders, decoders, distribution, routing, switching, recording, & playback, etc. Ability to use AutoCAD for wiring and design. Knowledge of Radio Frequency microwave technologies and standards including BAS and Part 101. Strong IT skills including TCP/IP networking concepts and equipment, storage systems, redundant computer system concepts and administration. Excellent project management, verbal, written, and people skills. Experience with large-scale UPS and HVAC systems in a broadcast plant is a plus. Computer literacy in applicable software packages (Microsoft OS and Office Suites, radio and television automation, etc.). Working knowledge of computer networking technology. Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Knowledge of generators and UPS systems. Ability to read and interpret design documentation, including elevations, connection drawings, and schematics. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at varying distances. Experience working in a broadcast crew scenario, collaborating with television directors and producers. Five years of experience supporting live multi-camera events.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses	SBE Certification a plus. Strong IT based skills, networking and IP video distribution infrastructure, with knowledge of SMPTE 2110 and SMPTE 2022 beneficial.
Special Notes to Applicants	UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/ The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your resume. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist*. These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
Posting Open Date	11/12/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
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