Senior Broadcast Engineer- NYC Job at Diversified in New York

Overview

Senior Broadcast Engineer- NYC role at Diversified.

About Diversified: Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building experiential environments for a global clientele including media organizations, retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies.

What You’ll Do

• Studio & Broadcast Operations: Serve as the lead engineer for daily broadcast and studio operations at the New York City facility. Conduct daily readiness checks and preventive maintenance across all broadcast and studio systems to ensure operational reliability. Provide quality control and ensure the performance of routing, switching, graphics, audio, video, monitoring, and studio hardware systems during live productions. In the event of system failure or operator error, directly operate production equipment to maintain broadcast continuity.

• Maintenance & Readiness: Develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules for all studio infrastructure, including cameras, switchers, audio consoles, intercoms, routers, video walls, servers, and monitoring systems. Maintain documentation of system configurations, cabling, signal flows, and maintenance activities. Ensure redundancy systems are tested regularly (power, network, and failover paths). Identify vulnerabilities and proactively recommend upgrades or replacements to improve studio reliability and performance.

• Troubleshooting & Systems Support: Act as the first and final escalation point for all technical issues during live productions. Diagnose and resolve complex failures involving Evertz routing platforms (SDI and IP-based), SDVN orchestration, IP signal transport, and studio hardware such as cameras, switchers, intercoms, and audio consoles. Collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve networking-related issues (VLANs, multicast, QoS).

• Technology Leadership: Recommend and implement improvements in workflows, systems architecture, and technical practices. Manage vendor escalations and coordinate external support when required. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior technicians or operators assigned to productions. Advise on and support the transition from SDI to IP-based broadcast infrastructures where applicable.

• Specialized Systems Expertise: Maintain and optimize Evertz Magnum routing control and SDVN orchestration systems across hybrid SDI/IP workflows. Operate and troubleshoot large-format display technologies including Planar video walls and Sony CLED (Crystal LED) Signature Displays, ensuring proper calibration and performance. Provide advanced support for Ross XPression graphics, Dante/AES67 audio networks, and broadcast monitoring tools. Support ancillary systems such as digital signage, transcoding, and media asset management.

What You’ll Bring

Education & Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent.

• 7+ years of broadcast engineering experience in a studio/control room environment.
• Expert-level troubleshooting skills across video/audio routing, IP media systems, and studio hardware (switchers, cameras, audio consoles, intercoms, monitoring chains, servers, and video walls).
• Strong expertise in Evertz routing systems (SDI and IP-based), including Magnum control platforms and SDVN orchestration.
• High-level technical acumen in managing hybrid and IP-based broadcast infrastructures.
• Hands-on experience with Planar video walls and Sony CLED (Crystal LED) Signature Displays (configuration, calibration, troubleshooting).
• Familiarity with Ross XPression, production switchers (Ross, Grass Valley, Sony, etc.), Dante audio networking, Clear-Com or RTS intercoms, and professional studio camera systems (Sony, Canon, Panasonic).
• Strong understanding of SDI, NDI, and IP broadcast standards (SMPTE ST 2110/AES67 a plus).
• Proven ability to operate independently and resolve issues in high-pressure live production environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IT/networking teams to resolve infrastructure-level issues.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs of equipment.
• Flexibility to support live productions during evenings or weekends as needed.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

• Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Experience with media asset management (MAM/PAM) and/or cloud-based production workflows; familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud applications for basic post-production troubleshooting; understanding of post-production workflows; cloud troubleshooting for broadcast/post integrations; knowledge of digital signage systems and enterprise LED processing platforms; background supporting executive-level and high-profile studio productions.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision plans, life/AD&D/Disability insurance, EAP, FSA, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off/holidays.
• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, pet insurance, homeowners and auto insurance, supplemental term and dependent life and AD&D, and legal services.
• Commuter benefits and more.

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment will be based on job requirements, qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact careers@onediversified.com for assistance.

Note: Pay ranges reflect geographical market differences and other compensation factors may apply.