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Department: 105002 - Athletics - Internal/External Operations
Location: Raleigh, NC
Essential Job Duties:
NC State Athletics is a leader in video and broadcast production, supporting high-profile live events and innovative media experiences across its athletic venues. We are seeking a Broadcast Engineering professional to join our team and help ensure the reliable operation and delivery of complex productions across the department.
Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this position plays a hands-on role in maintaining broadcast and A/V systems, supporting ESPN/ACC Network events, preparing production equipment, and helping bring multiple productions together on tight timelines. The ideal candidate is technically capable, highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable working in a fast-paced live production environment where priorities can change quickly.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Engineering with the maintenance, troubleshooting, configuration, and technical operation of broadcast facilities, A/V systems, video boards, and digital signage throughout athletic venues.
- Provide engineering support for ESPN/ACC Network event broadcasts hosted or supported by NC State facilities.
- Plan and coordinate equipment allocation and deployment for multiple productions.
- Set up, test, and prepare production equipment, often supporting multiple events within tight turnaround windows.
- Perform basic maintenance, configuration, and troubleshooting of broadcast and production equipment.
- Train and mentor student operators in equipment operation, safe handling practices, professional production techniques, and production etiquette.
- Apply knowledge of live broadcast programming concepts, production principles, methodologies, and technical practices to support successful events.
- Supervise student staff as needed, including scheduling, load-ins and strikes, coaching and directing, intern management, and oversight of engineering projects.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.
If you enjoy live sports, broadcast technology, and the challenge of making complex productions work seamlessly behind the scenes, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the fan and broadcast experience at NC State Athletics.
Other Work/Responsibilities:
In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.
Minimum Experience/Education:
Associate's Degree in Electronics and three years of progressive experience in a Broadcast Television, Radio and Emerging Media Engineering Environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated skills with video, audio, internet and technology
- High attention to detail and organization
- Ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Must be able to manage projects and meet deadlines
- Working knowledge of digital audio and video standards and equipment
- Knowledge of broadcast video equipment and signal flow
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineering systems, broadcast audio and video or tv network experience.
- Ability to navigate and troubleshoot technical issues on a deadline.
- Knowledge of broadcast video equipment and signal flow
- Working knowledge of broadcast equipment, systems and repairs.
- Demonstrated skills with baseband and/or IP routing systems.
Required license or certification:
- N/A
Position Number: 00107276
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