Broadcast /Post- Production Engineer - NBC Sports

NBCUniversal - Stamford, CT

Full-time

Stamford, CT

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated Post-Production Engineer with a lens towards acting in a technical support specialist capacity responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of post-production processes within our facility. This individual will provide front-line support, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with external providers to resolve workflow challenges. The role also involves maintaining equipment, implementing preventative maintenance programs, and supporting both live and post-production operations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical support for post-production operations, providing front-line troubleshooting and technical diagnosis.
• Ensure that all equipment used in the post-production process functions properly and is well-maintained.
• Collaborate with external providers to resolve technical and workflow issues with provided equipment and systems.
• Develop and implement a routine preventative maintenance program, including software and hardware updates.
• Install video and audio equipment for post-production environments.
• Regulate, document, and enforce procedures related to post-production operations.
• Provide support for live production, post-production editing, graphics, EVS (Enhanced Video Systems), Pro Tools, and screening rooms.
• Stay informed about new technologies and trends, contributing to the improvement and development of existing post-production processes and infrastructure.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel, offering clear explanations of issues and solutions.
• Proactively identify ways to enhance the department's operations and meet its evolving needs.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in the technical support of a Post-Production Facility or operation.
• BS degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge and experience with Avid ACSR in Media Composer.
• Avid Interplay.
• Avid Nexis preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong sense of diplomacy.
• Knowledge of 4K workflows.
• Essential experience with Avid Post-Production environments, including Media Composer, Interplay PAM/MAM/Media Central, and Pro Tools.
• Strong hands-on problem-solving skills with broadcast-related equipment and systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with Engineers, Operations, IT, Transmission, and other departments.
• Proficient in Chyron graphic systems.
• Clear understanding of various video and audio CODECs, wrappers, and formats involved in file-based workflows.
• Adobe Production Bundle experience, including After Effects and Photoshop, is a plus.
• Experience and understanding of networking is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows and Server Operating Systems, Linux, and Mac OS.
• Working knowledge of data transfer acceleration systems such as File Catalyst, Aspera, Signiant, and SFTP.
• Knowledge or experience with Telestream transcoding.
• Familiarity with Adobe CS Production Bundle & C4D, render solutions, Evertz routing, and control systems.
• Experience and understanding of anti-piracy measures and the relationship with IT security in a Post-Production environment.
• Knowledge of Post-Production workflows and media management.
• Knowledge of Visio, AutoCAD, etc.
• Ability and desire to learn new production technologies.
• Experience with VM platforms is a plus.
• Comms Systems (RTS ADAM/Omneo) knowledge.
• Experience with production Control Rooms.
• EVS Experience.