Head of Engineering (Media) at Best Search Recruitment

Job Description

• The prospective candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts

Responsibilities

• Analysing and rectifying technical faults on equipment and systems
• Minimising loss of service at times of equipment failure by rapidly identifying and implementing alternative methods of service provision
• Keeping abreast of constant changes in technology by investigating new systems, techniques and equipment - especially new internet technologies
• Setting up and operating equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts
• Designing and installing custom audiovisual circuits
• Repairing hardware, software and other broadcast technology systems
• Designing and manufacturing new circuits, hardware and systems
• Developing and using awareness of best practice in health and safety for the workplace
• Interpreting and implementing instructions and requests from producers, directors and other colleagues
• Communicating effectively with members of the team and other colleagues

Qualification

• 10 years of station-level broadcast television engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous public television station experience and familiarity with content distribution systems, content storage and retrieval systems.
• Experience managing complex technical projects.
• Able to supervise and train staff on use of equipment.
• Self-starter and able to work with moderate supervision.

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of broadcast electronics, RF broadcast operations, legacy video technology, digital delivery systems, automation systems and technical systems design.
• Stay current on new technology and developments
• Experience managing complex technical projects.
• Excellent judgment and ability to diagnose, problem solve and handle complex issues under pressure or in emergency situations.