NBCUniversal
Overview
Production Support Engineer role at NBCUniversal. Location at Versant Media’s production facility in Washington, DC and remote news gathering locations, with partnership to Versant/ NBCUniversal facilities in Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY. Job Description
NBCUniversal is seeking a dedicated Production Support Engineer to join the Production Media Engineering group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring seamless on-air productions by supporting all production systems and technology located at Versant Media’s production facility in Washington DC and remote news gathering locations across Washington DC, partnering with main production facilities in Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY to support Versant Media networks. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve technical issues that arise during live broadcasts and production tapings, including video, audio, transmission, and post-production systems. Maintain the integrity of broadcasting technology and collaborate with Engineering and Operations to optimize broadcast workflows in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues during live broadcasts and production tapings across video, audio, transmission, and post-production systems. Maintain and optimize broadcasting technology workflows in collaboration with Engineering and Operations. Support production systems located at Versant Media’s facilities and remote locations to ensure on-air reliability. Collaborate with main production facilities (Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY) to support Versant Media networks. Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of recent experience supporting or designing live television production environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex audio/video workflows in SDI and IP (SMPTE 2110) environments. Hands-on experience with HDSDI, AES, MADI, AES67, Ravenna, Dante, SMPTE-2110, and other analog/digital audio formats. Experience with IP-based broadcast equipment, including routers, audio boards, signal processors, graphics systems, and playback systems. Experience with Evertz products, including Magnum, EXE Routers, SDVN, VUE, and VIP. Experience with video production systems, encoders/decoders, and studio equipment. Strong understanding of audio systems, including Calrec, LAWO, RTS/Bosch/ClearCom, and ENCO. Knowledge of production graphics platforms, including VizRT, Ross, and AR/VR systems. Experience with SONY studio cameras, Ross camera robotics, studio wireless/communications, and related studio systems. Experience with wireless audio, Calrec Hydra, audience PA, and actors’ call systems. Solid grasp of TCP/IP protocols, computer networking, and storage infrastructures. Experience with transmission systems, fiber, and encode/decode distribution and transport systems. Exposure to cloud and VM-based applications and platforms. Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD drawings. Proficiency with project and ticketing systems such as JIRA and Confluence. Strong organizational and communication skills; client-focused with ability to prioritize on-air issues. Capable of working independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced, live production environment. Willingness to work rotational shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Flexible commute and travel availability to Versant Media locations in Washington DC. Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Broadcasting, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, IT, or equivalent work experience in relevant industry. Additional Requirements
Fully onsite: This position is onsite and is expected to contribute from an NBCUniversal/Versant Media worksite. Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $28-43/Hour (eligible for overtime). This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and various other discounts and perks. Learn more about NBCUniversal benefits on the Careers website. Additional Information
As part of the selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations. NBCUniversal is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. While you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, there is a possibility responsibilities may transition to Versant in the future.
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Production Support Engineer role at NBCUniversal. Location at Versant Media’s production facility in Washington, DC and remote news gathering locations, with partnership to Versant/ NBCUniversal facilities in Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY. Job Description
NBCUniversal is seeking a dedicated Production Support Engineer to join the Production Media Engineering group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring seamless on-air productions by supporting all production systems and technology located at Versant Media’s production facility in Washington DC and remote news gathering locations across Washington DC, partnering with main production facilities in Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY to support Versant Media networks. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve technical issues that arise during live broadcasts and production tapings, including video, audio, transmission, and post-production systems. Maintain the integrity of broadcasting technology and collaborate with Engineering and Operations to optimize broadcast workflows in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues during live broadcasts and production tapings across video, audio, transmission, and post-production systems. Maintain and optimize broadcasting technology workflows in collaboration with Engineering and Operations. Support production systems located at Versant Media’s facilities and remote locations to ensure on-air reliability. Collaborate with main production facilities (Englewood Cliffs, NJ and New York, NY) to support Versant Media networks. Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of recent experience supporting or designing live television production environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex audio/video workflows in SDI and IP (SMPTE 2110) environments. Hands-on experience with HDSDI, AES, MADI, AES67, Ravenna, Dante, SMPTE-2110, and other analog/digital audio formats. Experience with IP-based broadcast equipment, including routers, audio boards, signal processors, graphics systems, and playback systems. Experience with Evertz products, including Magnum, EXE Routers, SDVN, VUE, and VIP. Experience with video production systems, encoders/decoders, and studio equipment. Strong understanding of audio systems, including Calrec, LAWO, RTS/Bosch/ClearCom, and ENCO. Knowledge of production graphics platforms, including VizRT, Ross, and AR/VR systems. Experience with SONY studio cameras, Ross camera robotics, studio wireless/communications, and related studio systems. Experience with wireless audio, Calrec Hydra, audience PA, and actors’ call systems. Solid grasp of TCP/IP protocols, computer networking, and storage infrastructures. Experience with transmission systems, fiber, and encode/decode distribution and transport systems. Exposure to cloud and VM-based applications and platforms. Ability to read and interpret AutoCAD drawings. Proficiency with project and ticketing systems such as JIRA and Confluence. Strong organizational and communication skills; client-focused with ability to prioritize on-air issues. Capable of working independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced, live production environment. Willingness to work rotational shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Flexible commute and travel availability to Versant Media locations in Washington DC. Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Broadcasting, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, IT, or equivalent work experience in relevant industry. Additional Requirements
Fully onsite: This position is onsite and is expected to contribute from an NBCUniversal/Versant Media worksite. Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $28-43/Hour (eligible for overtime). This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and various other discounts and perks. Learn more about NBCUniversal benefits on the Careers website. Additional Information
As part of the selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations. NBCUniversal is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. While you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, there is a possibility responsibilities may transition to Versant in the future.
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