Broadcast Technologist
CNBC
Englewood Cliffs, NJThis was removed by the employer on 7/22/2018 11:40:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Responsibilities
Reporting to the VP of Engineering & Graphics Technologies (VPEGT), the Broadcast Technologist (BT) will be working within a team of Broadcast Engineers and Newsroom Systems Engineers to provide front line engineering support of all of the technologies that comprise CNBC's state-of-the-art cable network World Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, as well as its domestic news bureaus and Financial Exchanges. A strong emphasis will be placed on the support of Core Plant technology, complex software systems and related ingest, storage, Media Management, Editing, Playout, image manipulation, transcoding, transmission technologies as well as the suite of hardware/software that supports Newsroom systems including Inews.
This is a new role, representing a hybrid position where there will be equal interest in proficiency in both IT and Engineering disciplines.
The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in four key areas:
• Specific, detailed knowledge and understanding of the Architecture and technologies of newly emergent video over IP infrastructure.
• Deep troubleshooting skill sets, across Broadcast and IT systems
• Technical Acumen with a solid hands on foundation/technical background in Television Engineering with an associated understanding of IP based technologies
• System Design
Detailed responsibilities include:
• Networking and operating system trouble shooting skills in a broadcast video environment are essential.
• Macro to micro knowledge set of Plant systems to identify wider implications of proposed system changes
• Ensure that project's designs/implementation conform to established plant technical standards and maintain documentation standards
• Work closely with the respective managers of the various Technical and Editorial teams to craft innovative and robust solutions to plant issues as well as shaping the technical vision to meet the immediate and future operational requirements of CNBC.
• Develop deep understanding of operational needs through liaising with operations staff and immersion in the operation's processes
• Assist the VPEGT to develop long and short-term Capital/Expense budgets as well as estimates to support new production initiatives and technology replacement cycles.
• Assist the VPEGT to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities as well as streamlining non-value added processes.
• Assist in tracking of budgets and on time delivery of projects and commitments
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Ability to work overnights and weekends as required by Project and Plant support needs
Qualifications/Requirements
• Knowledge of broadcast television technologies including Analog/SD/HD SDI Video, 5.1 multi-channel audio, Audio/Video/IP signal routers, MAM systems, Control Room facilities, character generators/ graphics systems, play out systems, video servers, digital compression, transcoding and broadcast test and measurement equipment. Knowledge of IP based broadcast systems and the emerging standards under SMPTE 2110, understanding of networking hardware and configuration requirements as well as the vendor's products conformance to such standards.
• Knowledge of IT based technologies/processes including Networking, SAN and NAS Storage architectures, asset management systems, server technologies including hardware architectures, real-time systems and custom application development
• Basic knowledge and interest in advancement in cloud based systems and architecture.
• Networking and operating system trouble shooting skills in a broadcast video environment are essential.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting 24x7 Production environments.
• Minimum of 5 years experience with Systems Design work, IT infrastructure and systems and as well as some degree of Project management experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading technical projects to successful conclusions
Desired Characteristics
• High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently
• Be anxious to develop and advance their skill sets to keep pace with the rapidly evolving technologies of our industry.
• Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Be process-oriented and able to apply structure to complex problems
• Be 'customer'-focused and have the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical groups
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Broadcast Engineering or equivalent industry experience