Broadcast Technology Specialist

The Broadcast Technology Specialist works under the dual direction of the Broadcast Engineer and the Academic Professional to provide administrative and technical support for the college's broadcast and video production operations. This position serves a hybrid role: managing the daily flow of equipment in the Field Equipment Supply Room (FESR) and providing advanced engineering support for the college's broadcast studios and newsroom. The employee assists with the installation and maintenance of broadcast infrastructure and provides field support for oncampus andoff-campus productions, including sporting events, * Lift and carry audio/video/computer equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Stack and organize equipment on shelves and racks in studio/newsroom and equipment storage areas.

• Climb ladders to install or perform maintenance on production equipment including-but not limited to-light panels, jibs, cameras, and monitors.

• Climb ladders with gear to access top-level press boxes and run cables from high elevations to field-level stands for sporting events and off-site events.

• Crawl behind studio sets, computer desks, and other equipment to perform testing or maintenance.

• Descend ladder into basement corridors underneath TV studio/newsroom to inspect and trace cabling and wiring.

• Bend, stoop, and kneel frequently while working in tightly enclosed spaces where equipment and cabling/wiring are installed Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website., Field Equipment Supply Room (FESR) Management Supervise the day-to-day operation of the college's Field Equipment Supply Room (FESR). This includes but is not limited to:

• Train and supervise student workers who staff the check-in/check-out desk. Devise and implement work schedules and instruct workers in FESR policies.

• Be available to conduct transactions at the check-in/check-out desk during high-volume periods or when student workers are not available.

• Manage support contracts and maintenance records for field equipment.

• Make payments for repairs and purchase new equipment following UGA procurement policies. Track payments by students for missing or damaged equipment.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities Engineering, Infrastructure & Maintenance Provide technical and operational support for production infrastructure within the TV studios and newsroom. Tasks include:

• Maintain infrastructure including routers, cables, frame syncs, signal converters, distribution amplifiers, and intercoms/IFB.
• Handle HD-SDI and NDI video installations, switchers, audio mixers, and studio lighting.
• "Triage" damaged or defective equipment from FESR and Newsroom; facilitate repairs in-house (circuitry) or via off-site vendors.
• Perform deep-access maintenance including crawling behind sets and descending into basement corridors to trace cabling.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities Production Support (On-Site & Off-Site) Provide technical support for live/recorded broadcast and off-site events. Tasks include:

• Execute complex equipment setups for sporting events, involving climbing ladders to press boxes and running cables to stands.
• Utilize personal vehicle to transport equipment to/from remote production sites.
• Assist with the design and implementation of newsroom production practices and workflow.
• Assist in the opening and lockup of the studio

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Academic & Instructional Support Assist college faculty, staff, and students with set-up and breakdown of production equipment used for classes and extracurricular production activities. Instruct faculty, staff, and students in proper operation of video equipment. Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Other Duties as Assigned Perform other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and the college. Percentage of time 10

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience, * Technical Experience: Multiple years of experience operating and troubleshooting professional television studio and ENG/EFP (Electronic News Gathering/Electronic Field Production) systems and equipment.

• Circuitry & Repair: Skilled in electronic circuitry and repair facilitation. Ability to triage equipment problems and perform or recommend the proper repairs required.
• Software: Familiarity with industry-standard non-linear editing (NLE) systems such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Engineering: Knowledge of HD-SDI and NDI video installations, routers, frame syncs, and signal flow.
• Live Production Environment: Ability to maintain composure, make critical decisions, and perform technical tasks under pressure during live broadcasts and events

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