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Mtzionnashville

Prepare or assist with charts, number charts, rehearsal materials, musical notes, service-flow ... track programming. Ableton Live is preferred; Logic Pro, MainStage, Playback, Planning Center, or ...

Mtzionnashville

Campus Band Leader

Nashville, TN · On-site

Prepare or assist with charts, number charts, rehearsal materials, musical notes, service-flow ... track programming. Ableton Live is preferred; Logic Pro, MainStage, Playback, Planning Center, or ...

Fineline Imprints

Master Control Operator

Medford, OR · On-site

... to transmission or playback problems, and works with programming, traffic, production, and ... • Assist Engineering with basic operational checks and troubleshooting when requested. • ...

Toyota Center

Sr. Broadcast Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... notice * Assist in the operation, training, maintenance, service and repair of broadcast ... Video Playback (Click Effects) * Replay, CG, KVM, Imagine router, multiviewers, production switcher ...

Toyota Center

... notice * Assist in the operation, training, maintenance, service and repair of broadcast ... Video Playback (Click Effects) * Replay, CG, KVM, Imagine router, multiviewers, production switcher ...

Hearst

Operations Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local ... Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback. * Assist Systems Technologists with facility ...

Hearst Newspapers

Operations Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local ... Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback. * Assist Systems Technologists with facility ...

Hearst

Operations Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local ... Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback. * Assist Systems Technologists with facility ...

Hearst Newspapers

Operations Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local ... Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback. * Assist Systems Technologists with facility ...

Hearst Newspapers

Operations Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local ... Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback. * Assist Systems Technologists with facility ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant playback engineer in the United States is $88,754.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Playback Engineer vs Playback Engineer?

AspectAssistant Playback EngineerPlayback Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant diploma or certification in audio engineering or sound technologyRequires similar credentials, often with additional experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentSupports live performances, rehearsals, and studio recordings under supervisionLeads sound playback operations during live shows and events
ResponsibilitiesAssists with setup, troubleshooting, and operation of playback equipmentManages all playback aspects, ensuring seamless audio during performances

In summary, the Assistant Playback Engineer supports and assists the Playback Engineer in preparing and operating playback systems, focusing on technical support and setup. The Playback Engineer takes on a leadership role, managing the entire playback process during live events.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Playback Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,754 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Sr. Broadcast Engineer

Houston, TX • On-site

Houston Toyota Center
Spectator Sports • 1 - 10 employees
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Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day technical operations and maintenance of the broadcast infrastructure of Toyota Center.

  • Assist in the operation, training, maintenance, service, and repair of broadcast, production, and post-production technology.

  • Ensure all broadcast and transmission needs are met for Rockets/Comets games and Toyota Center events.

Job description

Sr. Broadcast Engineer
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Houston Rockets are seeking a Sr. Broadcast Engineer ready to work in a fast-paced environment that will oversee the day-to-day technical operations and maintenance of the broadcast infrastructure of Toyota Center. This position will also act as a support engineer for all Rockets home games, Comets home games, and select third part events. Our department works closely with the video production team via tech support for the workstations and DLC network storage.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while handling numerous tasks simultaneously, prioritizing jobs on short notice
  • Assist in the operation, training, maintenance, service and repair of broadcast, production, and post-production technology including, but not limited to:
  • Video Playback (Click Effects)
  • Cameras (broadcast, wireless, PTZ, production)
  • Replay, CG, KVM, Imagine router, multiviewers, production switcher, A/V monitoring
  • Broadcast cabling
  • 15+ non-linear workstations utilized by Red Studios
  • Troubleshoot technical operations and needs of Toyota Center.
  • Assist in managing control room network infrastructure as well as the network for our video production team that utilizes DLC networking storage.
  • Work closely with our vendor in maintaining 1.4PB of DLC network storage (Quantum storage).
  • Help in making sure Toyota Center meets and operates NBA standards with NBA Broadcast Technical Ops.
  • Collaborate with IT and A/V departments to accomplish organizational A/V and broadcasting initiatives.
  • Ensure all TV and radio broadcast needs are met for Rockets/Comets games along with Toyota Center shows and events, including leading and handling all transmission requests and technical needs
  • Demonstrate our One Team philosophy through Passion, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5+ years supporting broadcast-quality infrastructure in a large-scale stadium/arena setting for live sporting events
  • 5+ years maintaining broadcast television or production equipment
  • 5+ years maintaining non-linear editing systems
  • 2+ years working in SMPTE 2110 environment
  • 2+ years of experience with network infrastructures and shared storage systems
  • Working knowledge of broadcast network infrastructure
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Willing to work nights and weekends

WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • SMPTE 2110
  • 3G SDI Video
  • Category Cable and Fiber infrastructure
  • Production workflows
  • Broadcast cameras
  • Production switcher (Ross Acuity)
  • Enterprise sized Video/Audio router (Imagine Magellan)
  • Enterprise sized intercom system (Riedel)
  • Enterprise sized KVM (G&D)
  • AES-67 and DANTE knowledge a plus

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use handle or feel, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, communicate with others.
  • The vision requirement includes the ability to review written and electronic materials in both digital and physical format.
  • The employee must be able to transfer and move items for departmental needs.
  • The employee must be able to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed, considering the strong focus on external communications and relationships.

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