Media Technology Engineer

Job Description

Responsibilities:
The NBC News Channel is responsible for supporting Newsgathering operations as part of the global NBC News brands. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the ability to work alone and as part of a team and have extensive experience in the on-going maintenance, support and troubleshooting of various critical systems in a broadcast facility. The role includes working on projects and requires on-site shift work. You will be part of a dedicated team of Maintenance technicians supporting our 24/7/365 news operations. Responsibilities Include:
• Provide top-layer Maintenance Support to our newsroom systems, as well as hands-on design and implementation of new technologies, while working closely with multiple support teams across all systems and services in a 24/7 environment
• Expertise in newsroom systems, particularly Avid Interplay Workgroups and iNews is required
• Perform software installations and updates
• Track issues through resolution, while communicating with both engineering, operational and editorial management
• Create and maintain documentation for licensing antennas, KU Transmitters/HPAs, encoders/decoders
• Oversee, coordinate and conduct EHS checklists, audits and training to ensure compliance
• Facility Management including HVAC, generator, lighting and general repairs and maintenance
• Manage vehicle fleet and maintenance plans
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Candidate must have a college degree and experience with proven expertise in broadcast media and systems support
• Experience with modern television production methods and equipment
• Working knowledge of HD video and audio signal manipulation, and signal routing as well as transcoding systems design, configuration, and management
• Extensive knowledge of Window Server/Client OS
• Must have system level trouble shooting knowledge of the following hardware & software:
• Avid (Interplay Production/Archive and MAM, Network, Storage- Nexis, Ingest-Multistream/Airspeed5500, Editing-Media Composer)
• File Ingest with Telestream - Vantage, Root6, Aspera, Adobe (Prelude, Media Encoder)
• Traditional Broadcast equipment such as, Tape Machines, A/V Monitoring, Signal Flow (DA's, MUX/DEMUX, Conversion, Jack Fields, QC Stations), KVM, Tuners, Fiber and other computer/server systems associated with news production.
• Anti-Virus, Networking, Firewalls, Active Directory, Domains, DNS and DHCP
• Willingness to work overtime and/or extended shifts, on weekdays or weekends with short notice
• Able to travel for offsite events both domestic and international
• Must be willing to work in Charlotte, North Carolina
• Must be able to lift equipment packages weighing up to 70 pounds

Desired Characteristics:
• Strong Operational familiarity with broadcast production, workflows, video productions systems, including knowledge of non-linear editing tools (particularly Avid Media Composer).
• Advanced understanding of Windows operating systems, as well as Virtualization protocols
• Knowledge of Windows Active Directory and automated software deployment such as SCCM
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong desire to learn and cross-train in new technologies and passion to maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, working independently and as part of a team in a collaborative manner
• Demonstrate strong skills in the areas of analysis, organization and escalation
• Excellent communication skills, with a cool levelheaded approach
• Able to clearly & succinctly communicate actions and/or next steps
• Highly customer focused and very responsive (listens, understands and acts)

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Additional Information

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