Global Broadcast System Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About Us

SNY is an Emmy Award–winning regional sports media company delivering content across linear television and digital platforms. SNY provides unmatched, exclusive coverage of the New York Mets, New York Jets, and all things New York sports. As the Tri-State area’s leader in local sports coverage, SNY offers comprehensive access to professional and collegiate teams through exclusive live games, nightly sports shows, and original programming. SNY also delivers real-time New York sports news and exclusive digital series on SNY.tv and across its social channels, including YouTube, Facebook, X, and Instagram. SNY is available to viewers throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and nationally through select providers.

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on Broadcast Engineer to join our SNY Engineering and Operations team. This position is responsible for maintaining equipment & technical standards at a production and newsroom facility. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role for someone who thrives under pressure, takes ownership, and is passionate about technology in a broadcast and control room environment.   

NY sports fans are welcome but not required! This role reports to our Sr. Manager, Engineer. This is an in-office role 5 days per week out of our offices at WTC. It may also include travel to Citi field, MetLife or a remote venue

 What You’ll Do

• Support multiple daily live in studio productions, including editing workstations, production Control rooms, camera control, audio and Studio equipment and systems. Act as quality control for incoming/outgoing video feeds.
• Perform preventative maintenance on studio, ENG & newsroom equipment.
• Assist as a backup for studio technical managers and oversee live productions, crews, and scheduled shows 
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and troubleshoot issues in audio, video, intercom, and related broadcast systems. 
• Maintain quality control for all incoming feeds including Zoom calls, LiveU and truck game feeds, routing, IFB & PL communication. 
• Working with external technical vendor support to ensure timely resolution of internal requests and resolution of problem. 
• Implement studio and remote related maintenance duties as required and assigned.
• Experience in supporting studio technology and applications used in the broadcast industry. 
• Assist to Evaluate, test, and install upgrades to existing broadcast and networking system and / or new hardware - technology implementation. 

What You'll Bring

• Must have a minimum of seven years of experience is a professional broadcast engineering role at a studio environment – live broadcast production facility.
• Experience with a non‐linear edit system such as Avid & the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite desired.
• Experience with SSL audio, Grass Valley / Ross switchers, Ross Cambot robotics, Overdrive automation, Xpression, Evertz router (monitoring and control), Sony Wireless RF and RTS Telex intercoms required.
• Knowledge of traditional IP/LAN infrastructures and Storage technology. 
• Position requires non-traditional working day and hours
• Occasional travel is anticipated for remote productions and maintenance
• Positive work ethic, ability to work well in groups to execute projects on time while maintaining the manager's expectations. 
• LED wall experience (Utilizing NovaStar tech and 4K knowledge a Plus) 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse audiences across different departments, ranging from non‐ technical clients to technical professionals and operations staff. 
• Knowledge of Video over IP protocol (RTP / SRT) as we utilize Haivision, LiveU, Evertz and Nevion distribution systems. 

Eligibility Requirements: 

• BS in Engineering / Computer Science or have a minimum of 7 years professional Broadcast Staff Engineer experience in a live studio production facility. 
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve complex technical issues in real-time. 
• Experience in a similar role with a media company, systems integrator, or other relevant industry. 
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and overnights. 
• Ability to lift and carry 30+ pounds of gear.