OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Collaborate, partner, and train alongside the larger Engineering team to achieve the following goals:
- Project Commissioning & Collaboration: Collaborate with Pac-12 engineering, 3rd-party clients, and systems integrator teams to commission Production Control Rooms (PCRs), Audio Control Rooms (ACRs), Tape rooms, and related facilities.
- On-Campus Infrastructure Support: Maintain occasional presence at 3rd-party clients in other Bay Area locations to provide hands-on engineering support for venue-based production infrastructure and local campus workflows. This includes the physical troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of broadcast systems within campus venues to ensure seamless execution of live productions.
- Support live events independently.
- Perform various broadcast engineering support duties for all live SR Enterprises broadcasts as first-line support for Production, Post-Production, Transmission, and Media Management teams.
- Participate in installation, configuration, troubleshooting, technical support, and repair of broadcast technologies, television production, and IT equipment.
Requirements:
Foundational Qualifications
- Education & Experience: Minimum of one year of experience within a professional engineering or broadcast maintenance environment, or a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Broadcast/Communications Technology, or a related technical field.
- Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IP technology principles and core broadcast engineering standards.
- Communication & Presence: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain a consistent on-campus presence to support venue-based infrastructure.
Technical Expertise (Broadcast & IP)
- Signal Transport & CODECs: Proficiency in (or the ability to master) hardware and cloud-based CODECs (e.g., Nevion, Evertz, Haivision, AWS Elemental) utilizing protocols such as J2K, H.264, HEVC, HLS, RTMP, RTP-FEC, SRT, RIST, and ZIXI.
- Production Infrastructure: Expertise in managing and troubleshooting Production Control Room (PCR) and studio systems, including video routing, switchers, audio consoles, intercoms, graphics, and studio automation.
- Workflow Systems: Experience in the setup, configuration, and support of file-based workflow systems, Media Asset Management (MAM), and Remote Integration (REMI) production models.
Systems & Network Administration
- Networking Fundamentals: Practical skills in router and switch configuration, as well as network diagnostics using tools like traceroute, ping, and nmap.
- Server Administration: Foundational knowledge of Linux and Windows Server environments.
- Cloud Services: Working exposure to core AWS services, specifically S3, EC2, and CloudFront.
Operational Tools & Standards
- Documentation & Design: Proficiency in AutoCAD for technical system documentation.
- Project Management: Experience utilizing Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms for task tracking and technical documentation.
- Collaboration Suites: Fluent in Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Calendar) for departmental coordination.
Physical & Scheduling Demands
- Physical Ability: Capacity to lift and maneuver A/V equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Availability: Must be available for 24/7 emergency response, on-call rotations, and weekend support for onsite live events.
Additional Responsibilities & Professional Attributes
Interpersonal & Communication
- Relationship Management: Maintain and foster positive professional relationships with internal production teams, external vendors, and campus partners.
- Communication: Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively translate complex technical issues for non-technical stakeholders.
- Sports Enthusiast: Leverage a deep knowledge of and passion for sports to better anticipate the needs of live athletic productions and enhance the viewer experience.
Operational Availability & Physical Demands
- Event & Emergency Support: Flexibility to work weekends and remain on-call 24/7 to provide immediate technical support for escalated issues during live broadcasts.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to safely lift, transport, and install Audio/Visual and networking equipment weighing up to 50 pounds in various field and studio environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Broadcast Engineering, Communications Technology, or a related technical field is preferred
Pac-12 Overview
The Pac-12 stands at a defining moment in its history. Founded in 1915, the league’s rich legacy of athletic and academic excellence spans over 100 years. Supported by world-class service and empowerment, Pac-12 student-athletes have earned more than 500 NCAA team championships. Now, with a renewed and bold vision for its future, the Pac-12 has undergone significant transformation on its journey to launch a new collegiate athletics conference, custom-built for both the modern-day student-athlete and the evolving college sports landscape.
Under the leadership of Commissioner Teresa Gould, the Pac-12 embarks on creating a new legacy, composed of nine member universities, a one-of-its-kind and state-of-the-art broadcast production facility in San Ramon, CA., and a reimagined commercial enterprise that is uniquely positioned to drive strategic partnerships, brand enhancement, revenue generation, and other growth opportunities to unlock new and lasting value for both its member universities and its student-athletes. Currently composed of Oregon State University and Washington State University, the league will welcome seven new full members beginning with the 2026-27 season, including Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, Gonzaga University, San Diego State University, Texas State University, and Utah State University.
COMPENSATION:
The exact salary will depend on the successful candidate’s location, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
