As an Audio/Sound Engineer your responsibilities would include rigging sound apparatus in the studio, assisting the Sound Supervisor and supporting the operating systems used.  You could also be responsible for the maintenance, testing and delivery of audio equipment and project solutions, ensuring equipment and project solutions are delivered on time, to high standards.

A Sound/Audio Engineer would also assist with the general set up and break down of microphones and cables to record both voice and atmospheric sound.

In this role, you could find yourself working as part of a large team on a live event or a small team working in a television studio.  Benefits to this role are the variety of locations and subjects, working in either a live or pre-recorded environment.  If you are working within a post-production environment, you could also be working on voice-overs, audio edits and mixing and inputting sound.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operates all broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including but not limited to audio mixing consoles, outboard equipment, MADI router, digital audio delivery servers, microphone and IFB signal flows, mix minus, intercom devices, broadcast routers, etc.
  • Measures audio signals to ensure quality control of ESPN endorsed standards on all operations using comprehensive knowledge of broadcast methods.
  • Performs proficiently under strict timelines and/or live conditions.
  • Files reports, as necessary, on specific working conditions and, equipment status at the request of management.
  • Prioritizes and disseminates complex information among the entire control room crew in a clear and concise manner to ensure seamless productions.
  • Participates
    in special event coverage and projects as necessary.
  • May train others in operational areas and if so, required to generate training documentation.
  • Problem solves and troubleshoots using effective communication to best convey any
    issues needing resolution.
  • Seeks out information in regards to the workflow of other business units, including
    their impact and/or specific integration with Production Operations, and
    utilizing that information to enhance processes and/or educate others.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Proficient knowledge of all TV Production equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including but not limited to; audio signal flow concepts,dynamics processing, equalizers, metering concepts, TV Production routers, intercom systems, signal conversion equipment, etc.
  • Experience routing and mixing audio from different sources in both stereo.
  • Solid understanding of workflow in other business units, including their impact and/or specific integration with Production Operations.
  • Organizational, efficiency and planning skills are required.
  • Must be willing and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
  • Solid communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude a must.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • One year experience in a similar position
  • High level of knowledge in audio equipment
  • Diploma