Maslow Media Group, Inc.
Broadcast Engineer Job at Maslow Media Group, Inc. in Clarksburg
Maslow Media Group, Inc., Clarksburg, MD, United States, 20871
Content Summary: Broadcast Engineer at Clarksburg, for Maslow Media Group, Inc.
Maslow Media Group is the nationally recognized Workforce Solutions provider for Broadcast Media and Information Technology talent. Headquartered in the Washington DC Metro area, The Maslow Group is your preferred partner for Media and IT Contingent Staffing, Executive Search, Managed Services, Production Services and Employer of Record (EOR)/paymaster solutions.
We are currently searching for a Broadcast Engineer to fill a full time ongoing contract position with our client, a 24-hour international public news media corporation.
Position is onsite in Washington, DC.
Candidates must be available for shifts to support a 24/7/365 environment; between 9am - 7pm including weekends and possible negligible travel.
About the Opportunity:
This position reports to the Broadcast Engineering Supervisor. This role ensures that on air programs as well as services provided by engineering facilities are broadcasted on time to the highest possible level of quality. This position is also responsible for maintaining, installing, upgrading, monitoring, and repairing broadcast, engineering systems & facilities.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Qualifications:
Pay Range: $66 - $76 per hour. Benefits are available.
Benefits:
As a Full time Maslow Media Group employee, in this role you will enjoy the following benefits: Paid Time Out of the Office, Paid Holidays, Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance coverage, 401K, Short Term Disability coverage, Life Insurance, Legal Services, and Employee Perks programs.
What's in it for you:
About Us:
Since our founding in 1988 The Maslow Media Group has grown to become the Workforce Solutions leader in Media (Maslow Media) and IT (Intelligent Quality Solutions/IQS) verticals, aiding fortune 100 corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, technology, and broadcasting organizations. As an Employer of Record (EOR) in all 50 states, MMG can hire, train, recruit, and employ the talent required to ensure our clients meet their corporate growth goals.
The Maslow Media Group is committed to equal employment opportunity for all workers regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
We pride ourselves on the ability to quickly evolve and respond to shifting market conditions by creating scalable, predictable, high-quality solutions. For more information, visit us at:
www.maslowmedia.com and www.iqs-corp.com
We are currently searching for a Broadcast Engineer to fill a full time ongoing contract position with our client, a 24-hour international public news media corporation.
Position is onsite in Washington, DC.
Candidates must be available for shifts to support a 24/7/365 environment; between 9am - 7pm including weekends and possible negligible travel.
About the Opportunity:
This position reports to the Broadcast Engineering Supervisor. This role ensures that on air programs as well as services provided by engineering facilities are broadcasted on time to the highest possible level of quality. This position is also responsible for maintaining, installing, upgrading, monitoring, and repairing broadcast, engineering systems & facilities.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Ensure that the station is on air without interruption.
- Installs, maintains, modifies, operates, and repairs broadcast equipment and systems, including the latest multimedia technology.
- Working alongside others in the technical department, broadcast engineers use a wide range of equipment and systems to ensure that program are transmitted across different transmission centers at the correct times and to the highest standards of technical quality.
- The work can be based in a variety of locations and situations for television. Many programs are broadcast from studios, but work can also include outside broadcasts (OBs), which involve transmitting sound and images ensuring that they are relayed live back to a studio on time to the highest possible level of quality.
- Build and execute periodic maintenance plan, down time requirement for all Broadcast environment.
- Interpret and implement instructions and requests from producers, directors, and other end users.
- Create and update system diagrams according to system expansion and modification.
- Handles materials requisitions and projects requirements and study bidder proposal.
- Provide technical support for all broadcast areas including:
- Digital server recording and play out technologies
- Broadcast automation
- Digital archive systems
- Networking
- Operating systems (MS, windows, MAC OS, Linux, etc)
- ON AIR graphics and creative systems
- News room systems
- Nonlinear editing system
- Lead group of engineers and technicians as needed to develop and maintain Broadcast system issues for ON AIR transmission, news and programs editing, Ingest, etc
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Science with emphasis in Electrical, Electronics, Communications Engineering or related discipline.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 4+ years of professional experience in Broadcast Engineering and relevant Broadcast operation / maintenance in live broadcast environment.
- Skills:
- TV equipment operation and installation skills
- Building Services Systems operation and installation skills (for building services function)
- Languages
- Computer skills
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Knowledge:
- Knowledge in conventional and modern broadcast technologies (automation systems, file based storage, Play-out technologies and On-Air Graphics)
- Knowledge in broadcast infrastructure and understanding for Broadcast system cabling installation requirements.
- Knowledge in Television systems and theory analog and digital communications and digital television
- Knowledge in Video compression including MPEG-2/MPEG-4 and SD/HD /3G/4K.
- Knowledge in production and post-production including studio cameras, ENG cameras, linear and non-linear editing, audio/vision mixer.
- Knowledge in emerging technologies within the broadcast industry
- Knowledge in complex technical drawings and reports
- Theoretical knowledge in UPS system, ATS panels, Generators and all types of power distribution.
- Knowledge in basic measurement and test instruments for Audio and Video signals.
- Abilities:
- Able to read and interpret schematic drawings, flow diagrams, and technical manuals
- Able to multi-task
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work in shifts
- Able to meet deadlines
- Able to lead a team of engineers and technicians
- Able to analyze and solve technical problems
- Able to read and interpret schematic drawings, flow diagrams, and technical manuals
- Able to work in rotational shift 24/7/365
- Must be flexible and willing to adapt to various situations and rotating work schedules which includes working major holidays
- Able to work with minimal supervision
- Tools and Equipment:
- Computer, Internet and related software applications including word processor, power point, excel spreadsheet, Visio applications.
- Waveform monitors
- Video/Audio measurement equipment
- Safety Tools
- General mechanical tools (screwdrivers; drills; hammer and pliers Wrenches)
- General electrical tools (Voltmeters; Crimping tools)
- Video/ audio Installation tools
- Workshop for repair and maintenance
- Testing and Measurement tools
Pay Range: $66 - $76 per hour. Benefits are available.
Benefits:
As a Full time Maslow Media Group employee, in this role you will enjoy the following benefits: Paid Time Out of the Office, Paid Holidays, Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance coverage, 401K, Short Term Disability coverage, Life Insurance, Legal Services, and Employee Perks programs.
What's in it for you:
- Join a company that offers challenging and rewarding careers where your efforts will be recognized and rewarded.
- An opportunity to work with experienced leaders who provide the tools and training necessary for you to contribute to the continued success of the organization.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401K.
About Us:
Since our founding in 1988 The Maslow Media Group has grown to become the Workforce Solutions leader in Media (Maslow Media) and IT (Intelligent Quality Solutions/IQS) verticals, aiding fortune 100 corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, technology, and broadcasting organizations. As an Employer of Record (EOR) in all 50 states, MMG can hire, train, recruit, and employ the talent required to ensure our clients meet their corporate growth goals.
The Maslow Media Group is committed to equal employment opportunity for all workers regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
We pride ourselves on the ability to quickly evolve and respond to shifting market conditions by creating scalable, predictable, high-quality solutions. For more information, visit us at:
www.maslowmedia.com and www.iqs-corp.com