TekWissen LLC
Location
Stamford, CT | United States
Job description
Overview:
TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. Our client is a media and entertainment company that develops, produces, and markets entertainment, news, and information. It owns and operates a portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a motion picture company, television production operations, a television stations group, theme parks, and a suite of Internet-based businesses.
Position: Post Production Maintenance Engineer
Duration: 12 Months
Job Type: Contract (20+ Hours)
Location: Stamford, CT 06902
Work Type: Onsite
Job Description:
Qualifications:
Basic Requirements:
Minimum three (3+) years' of experience in a television broadcast environment or equivalent combination of education/experience as an engineer or similar position
Ability to operate, maintain, design, procure and assemble "travel ready" light weight and streamlined systems for deployment. Both to domestic and international live events
Experience with post and broadcast systems including non-linear editing software and hardware, Analog/Digital Audio and Video Systems and computer networking knowledge
Excellent documentation and communication skills to facilitate effective results with staff and technology providers
Proficient in software-driven broadcast video equipment
Extensive Knowledge of MacOS and Microsoft Windows platforms
Solid understanding of TCP/IP networks and other data communication technologies
Able to work independently and with a team under live program conditions, navigate solutions within the framework of air deadlines
Self-starter and meets deadlines
Desired Characteristics:
Knowledge of computer server installation and maintenance
Proficient with post and broadcast production systems and software including Avid, Adobe, Accelerated file transfer technology, AWS, Cloud storage, and bonded cellular technology
Advanced computer/IT skills, including thorough understanding of networking, subnets, and IP configuration
Responsibilities:
We are looking for a motivated engineer comfortable functioning within a fast-paced environment to support systems for Remote Live Sports production onsite or at-home base. This position is responsible for building, designing, configuring, and maintaining systems both in preparation of and during live events, such as Sunday Night Football, Golf Tournaments, World Cup and the Olympics.
Deploy and manage systems on remotes events including servers, storage, networks, archive systems, and applications to support the media preparation and delivery needs of the Production and Engineering
Upgrade and patch systems as required for enhanced functionality and security issueresolution
Provide documentation of systems and support procedures to be utilized by the larger engineering, production, and operations teams at the facility
Proactively communicate with vendors, clients, and other engineering teams to resolve system issues and drive future development
Actively participate in projects to improve systems and procedures through meetings and written updates
Research and evaluate new and/or alternative solutions and technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and reduce costs; define best practices and standards within disciplines
Design infrastructure solutions to match business needs Apply best design practices to meet project goals, translate project scope from client into efficient engineering solution; contribute to budget development
Work independently in a fast-paced live television environment and will be responsible for ensuring the on-site systems stay operational under all circumstances
Work within client equipment management software to catalog, track, and pick assets for deployment
Assist the remotes groups with system designs, budgeting, integration, and maintenance of our systems
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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