IMG
Broadcast Engineer, Studios, IMG
Who We Are:
IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.Working Conditions:
Department: IMG Studios
Reports To: Lead Engineer
Direct Reports: None
Indirect Reports: None
Hours of Work: Average 40 hrs per week on shift basis
Contract Type / Length: Permanent
Location: Stockley Park, Uxbridge (free on-site parking)
Unusual Challenges or Circumstances e.g. shift(s)/ unsocial hours/ travel etc
This is a shift-based role working 7 x 12 hour days per fortnight.
Working at weekends is expected.
Night shifts may be required as part of a project.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
To provide proactive support and maintenance services for very busy live studios, post production and transmission facilities.
Supporting the Lead Engineer in helping to provide fast and effective solutions to issues that may arise in a live studio transmission.
Supporting clients in IMG’s facilities.
Working as part of a dynamic engineering team towards engineering developments and special projects within IMG.
You may also be required to carry out any other duties which are within the scope and purpose of the job.
Maintaining all paperwork required to make sure the department runs efficiently.
Key Results Areas
Successful maintenance and technical support in Studio, Post Production and Transmission Services.
Supporting senior and engineering management .
Experience and Skills:
Proven experience as a TV Facilities or Broadcast Engineer within studio, transmission, and post-production environments
Strong understanding of broadcast production workflows, including live sports, news, or similar fast-paced production environments
Solid knowledge of broadcast and IT/IP infrastructure, including standards such as ST 2110, AES67, and NMOS
Expertise in at least one specialist technical area within broadcast engineering operations
Demonstrated experience working within a production engineering environment
Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels
Ability to analyse, interpret, and communicate technical information clearly and concisely
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to a range of personalities
Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to urgent technical challenges
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to provide creative solutions in real-time
Experience communicating technical issues, updates, and resolutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Proactive approach to identifying, anticipating, and resolving technical issues
Relevant broadcast engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience
General education to at least A Level standard or equivalent
Positive, helpful “can-do” attitude with strong interpersonal awareness and diplomacy when dealing with clients and on-air talent
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