Broadcast Engineer - Post-Production at US Tech Solutions

Job Title: Broadcast Engineer - Post-Production

Location: Stamford, CT 06902 (onsite)

Duration: 12 Months Contract

Job Description:

· Post Production

· Strong in Avid ACSR in Media Composer, Interplay, and Nexis preferred

· Support all edits – 65 live edits in building and 75 VPS

· Onboarding new people in an environment

· Knowledge of Visio, AutoCAD, etc.

· Experience with VM platforms

· Backup system in Connecticut – not much work here, but may touch the robot from time to time

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the smooth operation of post-production for the facility acting as front-line support, troubleshooting and technical diagnosis.

· Responsible for confirming that equipment used in the post-production process works properly.

· Works with external providers to resolve technical and workflow issues with provided equipment and systems.

· Implementation of a routine preventative maintenance program, including software and hardware updates.

· Installing Video and Audio equipment

· Regulates, documents, and implements procedures

· Responsible for the support of both Live and Post-Production operations within the facility. Will be exposed to Edits, Graphics, EVS, Pro Tools, and Screening Rooms

· Passionate about the post-production process, excited by new technologies and opportunities and ready to help develop and improve the existing process and infrastructure.

· Proficient at communicating both problems and solutions to technical and non-technical personnel alike and will help develop new processes, technologies, and techniques, which will help to improve the running of the facility.

· Desire to be proactive and enhance the department's needs

Experience:

· 2-3 years

Skills:

· Knowledge and experience with Avid ACSR in Media Composer, Interplay, and Nexis preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication as well as diplomacy skills

· Knowledge of 4K workflows a plus

· Experience with Avid Post-Production environments essential, including Media Composer, Interplay PAM/MAM/Media Central & Pro Tools

· Possess strong hands-on, problem-solving skills with broadcast-related equipment and systems, with the ability to meet deadlines, and with an understanding of the urgent and dynamic needs of an “On-Air” broadcast facility.

· The ability to work both alone and in a team environment with fellow Engineers, Operations, IT, Transmission, and other departments, while maintaining a strong Customer focus.

· Clear understanding of a variety of video and audio CODECS, wrappers and the formats involved in file-based workflows.

Education:

· BS degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education/experience

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To learn more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com