Director of Broadcast Technologies/Chief Engineer Job at Inside Higher Ed in Ath

Overview

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Posting Number: S14932P

Working Title: Director of Broadcast Technologies/Chief Engineer

Department: Athletics-New Media

About The University Of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting & Employment Details

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Additional Schedule & Requirements

Ability to work nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to drive.

Salary & Dates

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 03/27/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 05/01/2026

EEO & Core Values

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification & Qualifications

Classification Title: Ath Broadcast Engineer III

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

5-7 years of experience working in broadcast control rooms and with production staff. Evident experience with but not limited to the following: HD Cameras, HD Switchers, IP Based Intercom, Audio and Video Routers, Fiber optic transmission, cable termination and all aspects of television control room maintenance and engineering.

Position Summary

The Director of Broadcast Technologies/Chief Engineer will lead all technical and engineering operations for Georgia Athletics to deliver first‑class broadcast experiences. The role provides hands‑on and supervisory responsibility for installation, maintenance, and operation of control‑room and venue‑specific broadcast systems – with emphasis on linear and streaming television and in‑venue videoboards, including all football events. This position oversees all control rooms and remote broadcast equipment, technical personnel, and vendor relationships, collaborating with network and large‑screen personnel to deliver productions for UGAAA and SEC Broadcast Partners. The Director of Broadcast Technologies ensures the seamless transmission of high‑quality audio and video signals across baseband and IP paths, manages complex signal flows during live productions, and executes in fast‑paced live environments.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

Demonstrated ability and experience in the video industry, including experience in live television broadcast, live streaming and video board production. Expert understanding of broadcast control rooms, production staffing and familiarity with modern broadcast pathway and signal. Experience with but not limited to the following: HD Cameras, HD Switchers, IP Based Intercom, Audio and Video Routers, Fiber optic transmission, cable termination and all aspects of television control room maintenance and engineering. Familiarization with the following equipment: Ross Acuity and Carbonite production switchers, Sony HSC 300 R and HDC 3200/3500 Cameras, Evertz routing, Telecast and Evertz fiber converters, Evertz Bravo., Riedel Intercom, Ross Xpresision CG, and Evertz MIV. Ability to communicate proficiently with individuals within and outside the University. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, good organizational skills and ability to interact with individuals at all levels.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, seeing, hearing, squatting, bending, lifting 20lbs or more on occasion

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of daily operations and reliability of all UGAAA control rooms and remote broadcast locations; ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure.


• Provide direct supervision of assigned staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluation, and day‑to‑day oversight.


• Provide Tier‑One production support during events to troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate signal or equipment issues in real time.


• Install, maintain, and operate control‑room and venue‑specific systems supporting linear and streaming television and in‑venue videoboards for all sports.


• Serve as technical liaison for broadcast partners; schedule and coordinate control‑room and remote productions to support multiple simultaneous broadcasts, ensuring required feeds are delivered.


• Provide direct engineering support for linear‑level broadcasts and digital/streaming shows, ensuring camera, audio/intercom, replay, graphics, and transmission chains meet network specifications.


• Serve as department technical and operational lead for instant replay and ensure systems meet UGAAA and SEC.

Responsibilities Continued

• Planning, Documentation & Capital Projects


• Establish and execute preventive maintenance, and emergency repair protocols for in‑venue video, LED, scoring, and timing technologies.


• In partnership with Facilities, IT, and Capital Planning, create and maintain five‑ and ten‑year strategic plans for control rooms, remote broadcast locations, and in‑venue technologies; serve as point person for capital projects affecting current and future broadcast systems.


• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation – including system and signal‑flow diagrams, patch lists, device configurations, etc. – and an equipment inventory database, including service and repair history.

• Equipment & Vendor Management


• Coordinate broadcast equipment purchasing, engineering contractors, vendors, and service providers; maintain service agreements, track costs, warranties, and service coverage.


• Ensure the security and stability of broadcast IT systems (control‑room networks, servers, KVM) including patching, access controls, network segmentation, backups, and incident response in coordination with central IT.


• Design, operate, and troubleshoot complex SDI and IP signal paths using industry‑standard systems including Evertz routing/Multiview, Sony cameras/RCPs, Ross production switchers/graphics, DreamCatcher replay, and Riedel intercom.


• Oversee safe setup, breakdown, packing, and transport of broadcast equipment between venues; ensure appropriate protection and chain‑of‑custody.


• Coordinate engineering interfaces with visiting broadcast trucks

Other

Percentage Of Time: 40

Other Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time: 35

Other

Percentage Of Time: 20

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Alan Thomas

Recruitment Contact Email: athomas@sports.uga.edu