Broadcast Engineer

Description

About Us:

Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients' success through tailored solutions. One of North America's largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services. Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, and providing nationwide services, ASG has teams based in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, and the United Kingdom.

We are looking for:

Advanced Systems Group LLC. is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to join our high-performing team and support broadcast operations, ensuring the continued functionality of all studio broadcast systems. This position will be project based, involving the integration, and ongoing upkeep of broadcast systems and infrastructure. Some production support may also be required. Key responsibilities will be installing, upgrading, maintaining and decommissioning equipment and wiring in the server racks and studio environment. We are looking for a highly-organized, collaborative and results-oriented engineer to join the team.

This project-based full-time role is contracted through the end of July 2026. This role may extend or convert to FTE.

Responsibilities:

• Provide project-based engineering services weekly during regular scheduled business hours.
• Assist in the design and setup of new and upgraded broadcast systems, focusing on optimizing studio and control room workflows.
• Implement and configure broadcast systems, following project plans, and strategically align system configuration with production and technology changes.
• Proactively identify potential system issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Exercise independent judgment to troubleshoot and implement immediate solutions when supporting live events.
• Ensure the continued function and stability of industry standard studio broadcast systems, including Ross Production systems (Carbonite, Ultrix), Dante audio, intercom systems (RTS, Clearcom), PTZ cameras, and camera robotics.
• Maintain change logs and records of all systems for accountability and future troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment between engineering objectives and production goals, recommending technology changes or operational improvements to senior stakeholders.
• Provide end-of-shift updates and document updates/changes.
• Attend weekly engineering stand ups to update the team on task progress and be briefed on new projects or priorities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors' Degree in Engineering, TV/Video Production, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in Broadcast Engineering, particularly in a live environment (TV, Live Streaming, or similar).
• Experience with broadcast systems integration, including racking, cable termination and effective cable management.
• Strong knowledge of SMPTE television standards and video/audio/lighting technologies in a studio environment.
• Proficiency in Dante, Ross (Carbonite, Ultrix), intercom systems (RTS, Clearcom), PTZ cameras, and camera robotics.
• Experience with Windows Servers, Mac OS systems.
• Understanding of electronics and IT systems related to broadcast production.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to provide clear updates to stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of work and documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams, including engineering, production, technical operations, and network operations, to ensure seamless support and resolution of technical issues.
• Ability to work on-site from client studio in Midtown, Manhattan.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions (indoor and outdoor) based on event needs.
• Must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodations.
• Ability to travel locally as needed, approximately 5-10%.

Compensation:

This full-time role offers a rate of $50-70/hour depending on experience.

Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.