MICR Engineer - Big Ten Network

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Sports

FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Big Ten Network is seeking a Broadcast Television Engineer/Multi-Camera Insert Control Room (MICR) Engineer for the Midwest territory to join the team. The MICR Engineer will be responsbile for traveling to Big Ten Network sporting events in the assigned territory on a regular basis. 

The MICR Engineer will be responsible for connecting, quality control, troubleshooting, and repairing broadcast television equipment, including cameras, switchers, video servers, audio, and graphics equipment. You will also conduct routing and restorative maintenance of electronics and electrical systems. If you have solid working knowledge of electronic and electrical systems and knowledge of FCC rules, we are looking for you!

This is a remote role, but the Big Ten Network will require the candidate to be based in Michigan. Candidates must have the ability to work flexible hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays. 

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Connect, troubleshoot, and repair feeds during a camera aggregation (M.I.C.R.) event
• Troubleshoot audio consoles, production support equipment, cameras, video, and intercom systems
• Quality control of incoming audio and video feeds during the event
• Maintain equipment for live productions, studio, and other operations around the company
• Delegate duties to remote crew during pre-show set up, live broadcast, and striking of events at remote locations – mainly at B1G school facilities
• Managing the inbound/outbound of deliveries, craft services, and payroll sheets for BTN freelance hires 
• Drive M.I.C.R. truck to and from events
• Execute and complete projects as assigned

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 2+ years of technical degree or equivalent work experience in a television production environment
• Good communication skills    
• Excellent reasoning skills to assist in troubleshooting problems
• Able to troubleshoot audio console, production support equipment, cameras, and intercom systems
• Proficient in the use of broadcast-related test equipment, including, but not limited to, waveform monitors, vector scopes, multi-meters, test signal generators, etc.
• Competence in MS Office software applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.)
• Strong understanding of how computer networks operate
• Familiar with concepts such as VLANs and VPNs
• Ability to distinguish between layer 2 networking (switching within a local network) and layer 3 networking (routing traffic across different networks) 
• Foundational knowledge of basic network configurations and the ability to support troubleshooting
• Available to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the production schedule 
• Valid CDL Class B driver’s license or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL), pass a DOT Physical, and obtain a medical certificate to drive M.I.C.R. truck to and from events
• SPSG and small battery transport trainings

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• CAD experience

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $74,000.00-90,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $61,600.00-75,000.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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