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Broadcast Engineer

Media Gate
Zamalek, Cairo
Posted 7 years ago
58Applicants for2 open positions
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Broadcast Engineer works with hardware and broadcast systems that are used across television, radio and new media. They make sure that programmes are broadcast on time and to the highest level of quality. As well as operating and maintaining the systems, they also carry out updates and repairs.

Broadcast engineers work in a variety of locations and situations. They may carry out studio or set work or post-production operations. They could also be involved in outside broadcasts, where sound and images are relayed live back to a studio or straight to the network.

They work with a range of people including producers, studio managers, presenters and other technical staff.

The nature of the work varies according to location and whether it is based in television, radio or new media, but tasks may include:

  • Maintaining specialist equipment for video production, broadcast and satellite transmission and interactive media;
  • Setting up and monitoring audiovisual links between units in different locations;
  • Installing and testing new facilities and equipment;
  • Setting up and operating editing facilities in post-production suites;
  • Analyzing and repairing technical faults on equipment and systems;
  • Minimizing loss of service when equipment fails by quickly identifying and implementing alternative methods of service provision;
  • Setting up and operating equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts;
  • Designing and installing custom audiovisual circuits;
  • Designing and manufacturing 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;
  • Keeping up to date with the industry and changes in technology by building and maintaining a network of contacts and investigating new systems and techniques.

Job Requirements

You will need to show evidence of the following:

  • Experience in electronic engineering and using communication equipment;
  • Sufficient color vision and hearing;
  • The ability to apply digital (and analogue) theory and work from diagrammatic information;
  • Excellent IT skills;
  • The ability to work well in teams;
  • Fault-finding skills and the capacity to solve technical problems in a creative way;
  • Strong communication and people skills;
  • Excellent attention to detail;
  • Time management skills;
  • Flexibility;
  • The ability to remain calm under pressure;
  • A proactive and results-focused approach to work;
  • Stamina and physical fitness.

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