Project Employee, Broadcast Support Engineer Job at National Basketball Associat

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WORK OPTION : In Office

This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed ten (10) months.

Overview This position requires a person who has well rounded knowledge of broadcast media systems including transmission, video, audio, communications, and control systems workflow. This individual will be part of the Systems Engineering & Support team supporting broadcast infrastructure at the NBA in Secaucus, NJ and at NBA Arenas and other remote locations including NBA domestic and international distribution during live games addressing live-game critical issues as they arise.

Responsibilities Provides troubleshooting support when issues arise to support operational standard and uptime.

Support live environment for NBATV International, production control rooms, NBA Arenas and other technical areas at NBA HQ.

Check-in all inbound and outbound feeds for technical continuity.

Interact / Support : Remote Arena Engineers, Production, IT, Operations & Domestic / International Customers / Vendors.

Supporting and troubleshooting of broadcast systems and IP based and network connected equipment such as 3G / HD production hybrid routers, multiviewers, production switchers, IP codecs, and broadcast department network Layer 2 / 3 switches.

Create detailed technical reports.

Ability to work all shifts associated with 24x7x365 production environments including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications Must have knowledge of broadcast television standards, workflow, and technologies responsible for routing, switching, encoding, audio processing and distribution.

Knowledge and ability to handle systems routing, quality control issues, and variations in production requirements.

Enhanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn.

Understanding of fiber optic and copper networking technologies.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and creatively.

Hands-on experience with 3G / HD broadcasts and 3G / HD knowledge of systems.

Experience 2 - 5 years of broadcast operations or engineering experience.

Educational Background College degree in Communications / Engineering or related field

In lieu of a college degree, significant field experience will be considered

Compensation Salary Range : $3,200 / Biweekly

Job Posting Title : Project

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The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

About The NBA The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues : the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 215 countries and territories in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with 2.1 billion likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms. Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth-serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes.

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