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Senior Production Engineer

Employer
The Washington Post
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Sep 12, 2023

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Industry
Engineering
Function
Engineer, QA Engineer, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Job Description

Do you love all things Audio/Visual? Have you led A/V production for live, high-profile events where sound and video quality make the difference in an event being streamed by millions? The Washington Post is looking for a Senior Production Engineer to oversee the production and A/V for our Live Center and control rooms used for internal and public-facing events.

This role is based in our Washington, D.C. Live Center.

Motivations:
  • You have natural curiosity to learn about our business and can provide insight into new opportunities for innovation and improvement
  • You demonstrate a pro-active approach to task-based work assignments and time management skills
  • You strive for operational excellence
  • You are a proponent for having backup systems, processes, and solutions in place. You have a plan A, B and C for any situation
  • You are organized and have an eye for detail


Responsibilities:
  • Manage and internally staff the A/V production of all events in The Washington Post Live Center, such as town halls, meet-ups, leadership development workshops, cultural events, etc
  • Maintain the control room and event space for The Washington Post Live Center, ensuring high quality equipment condition and accessibility
  • Create and maintain SOPs, guides, inventory and maintenance schedules
  • Recommend scope and technical capacity requirements for events and determine and implement appropriate production needs per event, leading communication with internal and external stakeholders
  • Make suggestions and recommendations to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and overall quality within the A/V operations
  • Consult and ideate with the event teams and executives for future enhancements for the live event experience
  • Test and ensure preparedness of broadcast systems prior to scheduled use
  • Fill-in production positions as needed on live events (TD, A1, A2, PTZ Op, Lighting Board Op)

Additional Duties Include:
  • Technical direct/operate NewTek Tri-caster switcher and direct productions as needed
  • Coordinate with vendors as related to external A/V production, manufacturing, and installation companies
  • Set up, trouble-shoot and operate all Live Center A/V and production equipment with assistance from internal and external crew
  • Assist in the setup and breakdown of necessary equipment on an event-by-event basis
  • Assist with virtual programs as needed (Remote guest manager, TD)


Qualifications:
  • 5-7 years of experience overseeing live A/V productions
  • Understanding of broadcast signal flow, live streaming and encoding
  • 5+ years of live production experience in a specialized role
  • A good working knowledge of current A/V standards and equipment such as Dante, codecs, file formats, video standards, NewTek Tri-Casters and familiarity with NDI Tools
  • Experience using Crestron systems and video routers
  • Strong analytical and proven technical problem-solving skills, along with the ability to convey decision making to senior managers and customers
  • Network understanding including but not limited to IP camera technologies
  • The ability to problem-solve in fast paced and high-pressure situations
  • The ability to work alone and in a collaborative environment
  • The flexibility to work evenings and weekends, based on event schedules
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills


Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
  • Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
  • Nine paid holidays and two personal days
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
  • Robust mental health resources
  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services
  • Gender affirming services
  • Pet insurance
  • Free Post digital subscription
  • Leadership and career development programs


Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

The innovation doesn't end in the Newsroom - dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator - how will you Impact Tomorrow?

#washpostlife

Company

Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!


Since it first began publication more than 130 years ago, The Washington Post has grown into one of the most storied and respected news organizations in the world. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, today's Post is the indispensable guide to Washington. In print, we enjoy the highest penetration of any major metropolitan newspaper in the United States. On the web, we have the third largest news website with 17 million unique visitors each month, and have recently launched a celebrated news app for the iPad. We serve Washington in all media, on any platform, including paid products, events, and tailored content.

More broadly, The Washington Post Company delivers quality products to today's students, readers and viewers. What unites our company is the immediacy of our products and services, created by teachers and tutors at Kaplan; reporters and editors at our media properties; and associates at Cable ONE.
Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
 

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Location
1301 K Street, N.W.
Washington
DC
20036
US

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