Broadcast IT Engineer (Channel 26, City of Atlanta)

ATL26 is seeking a highly skilled, self-directed Broadcast IT Engineer to oversee the operation, integration, and security of its modern, IP-based broadcast infrastructure. ATL26 is the City of Atlanta's 24-hour government access channel, airing on Comcast Channel 26 and providing live and on-demand coverage of City Council meetings, mayoral events, and public information programming. This hybrid role requires hands-on expertise in broadcast and AV systems-including cameras, audio systems, routing/servers, monitoring, and live transmission tools (e.g., LiveU)-along with strong knowledge of network architecture, connected devices, and cybersecurity best practices. Serving as the primary technical liaison with vendors and integrators, this position ensures system performance, testing, and optimization across all broadcast and networked systems while partnering with ATL26 production to support high-quality live and remote programming, including mayoral press conferences, City Council meetings, and special events, in a secure, reliable, and resilient technical environment.

List the essential job duties that are specific to the position. These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Ensure quality and continuity of ATL26 broadcasts, coordinating with Comcast, AT&T, and internal stakeholders to maintain reliable multi-platform transmission.
• Operate and support integrated broadcast and AV systems, including IP-based routing, automation, production systems, cameras, audio systems, media asset management systems, monitoring, control platforms, and live transmission tools (e.g., LiveU).
• Perform Tier 1 troubleshooting and advanced operational diagnostics across broadcast, AV, and network-connected systems; escalate complex issues and coordinate resolution with vendors, integrators, and City IT.
• Serve as primary technical liaison for AV/broadcast vendors and system integrators, supporting system configuration validation, testing, commissioning, upgrades, and issue remediation.
• Monitor system health and performance across broadcast, AV, and IP-based infrastructure, proactively identifying issues and coordinating preventive maintenance, optimization, and remediation with internal and external partners.
• Install, configure, and support AV and broadcast systems for live and remote productions including City Council meetings, mayoral events, press conferences, community forums, and emergency communications.
• Support cybersecurity and system integrity for broadcast and AV environments by assisting with secure configurations, access control, vulnerability identification, and remediation coordination with City IT and vendors.
• Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and asset inventory records; coordinate repair, replacement, and vendor service for broadcast and AV equipment to ensure operational continuity and asset integrity.
• Support budgeting, procurement, and vendor cost analysis for broadcast and AV systems, contributing to lifecycle planning and infrastructure improvements.
• Provide training and ongoing technical support to staff on broadcast and AV systems and equipment, ensuring consistent operational standards and reliable execution of live and remote productions.* Stay current with emerging broadcast, AV, IP media, and network technologies through professional development and industry engagement, and recommend system enhancements to improve performance, security, and reliability.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast and IP-based media infrastructure, including control room and studio operations, AV and data routing, cameras, production switchers, audio systems, encoders, automation systems, video playout platforms, and integrated transmission workflows.

Do you have experience in Vendor relationship building?, * Experience with modern broadcast and streaming ecosystems, including live production, remote contribution, and digital distribution across web and cable platforms, as well as networked video file servers, recording systems, and editing workflows.

• Familiarity with enterprise broadcast and AV systems such as Ross Video systems, LiveU bonded cellular transmission, CASTUS playout/automation, CHAMP workflow systems, SNS EVO shared storage, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong understanding of IP networking and cybersecurity principles as applied to broadcast and AV environments, including device connectivity, system interoperability, VLAN concepts, access control, secure system configuration, and basic network/security troubleshooting.
• Ability to support integrated broadcast/AV/IT workflows across Windows, Mac, and networked media production systems, including awareness of system security, patching impacts, and operational integrity in connected environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in live production environments and coordinate secure remediation when systems are impacted.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical staff and collaborate effectively across City departments, IT security teams, and external vendors.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical government broadcast environment supporting public meetings, emergency communications, and live civic programming.

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.