Secaucus, NJ, 07094, USA
73 days ago
Daily Hire Network Maintenance Engineer – Field Operations (Secaucus, NJ) (ABC News) (Expression of Interest)
ABC News ENG Operations is seeking a skilled Daily Hire Network Maintenance Engineer – Field Operations, able to work in a 24/7/365 Network News Coverage environment. The role supports a wide variety of operational broadcast systems that provide remote video transmission, communications, monitoring and various technical support for the entire line up of award-winning ABC News’ shows and platforms including Good Morning America, World News Tonight With David Muir, GMA3, The View, and Nightline. **Requirements:** + 5 years of experience in TV Engineering with an emphasis on field broadcast work + A background in broadcast IT or IT experience is preferred + Thorough knowledge of field equipment including but not limited to Broadcast and/or Digital video cameras, wireless/hardwire mics and IFB, field lights, supporting equipment and various cable types used in broadcast setups (SDI, HDMI, XLR, etc.) + Expert-level knowledge necessary to perform maintenance, installation, and occasional board and/or component level repair of broadcast and IT equipment + Familiarity working with hardware and broadcast systems that are commonly used across the broadcast television industry including Haivision encoding/decoding, Clearcom LQ systems, Pepwave, Freespeak, VisLink and other RF centric hardware and software equipment + Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues with broadcast/multimedia systems and computers in our production environments + Exceptional collaboration and problem-solving skills + Able to travel domestically and internationally + Process oriented and able to apply structure to complex problems + Ability to work various shifts and weekends Event coverage and location-based production frequently require extended hours, evening or weekend work in a fast-paced 24/7 news environment. **Responsibilities:** + Maintain and operate all remote production ENG equipment:- Field Control Room Systems- Camera Control Systems- Robotic cameras- Field audio and video- IT audio, video, and communications- Encoder/decoder transmission equipment + Operate ENG/SNG Satellite truck + Assist in system design, purchasing, vetting, constructing and commissioning new technologies in the field This role will be covered by the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians – Communication Workers of America - ABC collective bargaining agreement. **Job ID:** 10099897 **Location:** Secaucus,New Jersey **Job Posting Company:** ABC News The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
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