Broadcast Engineer (Junior)

Title:

• Broadcast Engineer Location: Washington, DC (On-Site) Travel: Flexibility in working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, based on project needs.

Clearance:

• Public Trust Job Overview: The Broadcast Studio Engineer is responsible for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all broadcast and studio equipment.
• This role ensures that the technical aspects of broadcasts and recordings run smoothly, adhering to the highest quality standards.
• The engineer collaborates closely with the production team to deliver high-quality audio and video content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Operations: Set up, operate, and monitor broadcast equipment, including cameras, lighting, audio consoles, and video switchers.
• Manage live broadcasts, ensuring seamless transitions between video sources, graphics, and audio feeds.
• Monitor and adjust audio levels, video signals, and other technical aspects during live and recorded productions.

Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair broadcast and studio equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot technical issues quickly and efficiently during live broadcasts or recordings to minimize disruptions.
• Maintain an organized inventory of all equipment and gear, ensuring everything is properly stored and readily available.

Graphic Management:

• Oversee and manage graphic systems for monitors and kiosks, ensuring content is displayed correctly and aligns with broadcast requirements.
• Regularly update and maintain the graphics on monitors and kiosks to ensure they are current and visually appealing.

Building and Equipment Management:

• Conduct multiple daily studio walkthroughs and rounds to ensure the overall health and functionality of the broadcast studio, identifying and addressing any issues.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained, functioning correctly, and safely stored.

Collaboration and Support:

• Work closely with producers, audio techs, and other members of the production team to understand and meet the technical requirements of each project.
• Provide technical support during walk-thrus and live events, offering solutions and adjustments as needed.
• Support the setup of offsite shoots, ensuring all necessary equipment is transported, set up, and functioning correctly.

Network Management:

• Oversee and manage the broadcast studio's network infrastructure, ensuring reliable connections for live streaming and remote operations.

System and Software Management:

• Manage and configure broadcast automation systems, ensuring they are updated and functioning correctly.
• Ensure all software used in the broadcast studio is up to date and compatible with current systems.

Training and Documentation:

• Train staff on the proper use of broadcast equipment and studio protocols.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for all equipment and systems within the studio.
• Stay updated on the latest broadcast technologies and recommend upgrades or improvements to existing systems.

Reporting and Compliance:

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on equipment status, broadcast quality, and any technical issues encountered.
• Ensure all broadcast operations comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a broadcast engineering role, with hands-on experience in live broadcast environments.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with broadcast equipment, IP-based systems, network management, and automation software.

Signal Flow:

• Knowledgeable in signal flow in a broadcast environment and proficiency in patching audio and video connections.

Other Skills:

• Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure during live events.

Work Environment:

• This role may require working outside regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on the production schedule.
• The position may involve occasional travel for remote broadcasts or equipment servicing.

Benefits at Red Carrot:

• At Red Carrot, we empower you to be a leader.
• We attract and develop talent from all backgrounds because we believe there’s strength in diversity, offering different perspectives and skills.
• Together, we can solve our client’s biggest challenges.
• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees.

Healthcare – Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) Plan – 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period. Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment. Paid Time Off – Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays. About Us:

• Red Carrot is an award-winning, woman-owned small business built for the complexity of federal government work.
• We partner with clients to advance their goals — powered by a team fueled by passion, backed by intelligence, and grounded in expertise.
• From day one, we've applied industrial engineering principles and data analytics to solve complex problems with precision.
• Our approach is research-centric, data-informed, and audience-oriented — and it's how we deliver work that actually moves the needle.
• We exist to strengthen the organizations and communities we serve through trusted, purposeful communication.
• That's not a tagline — it's the standard we hold ourselves to on every engagement.
• Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with a strong and growing presence in Washington, D.C., our team works with clients across the country.
• Distance doesn't dilute our service.
• We build capacity where our clients need it, delivering Strategic Communications, Customer Experience, Management Consulting, and Human Capital Solutions that fit their mission — and their moment.
• We're the partner organizations turn to when communication challenges are real, the stakes are high, and the work has to matter.
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