Production Engineer
- Employer
- The Washington Post
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Posted
- Jan 05, 2021
- Closes
- Jan 26, 2021
- Ref
- JR-90271838
- Function
- Engineer, IT, QA Engineer
- Industry
- Engineering
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Hours
- Full Time
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 and not seen or heard at all? The Washington Post is looking for a Production Engineer to manage and oversee the production and A/V for our Live Center, used for internal and public-facing events.
This role is based in Washington, D.C., Through June, it can be remote from the D.C. area if appropriate internet speeds are available (consistent 700mbps up/down.)
In this role you will:
When in-person productions resume, additional duties include:
The ideal candidate will have:
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?
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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 and not seen or heard at all? The Washington Post is looking for a Production Engineer to manage and oversee the production and A/V for our Live Center, used for internal and public-facing events.
This role is based in Washington, D.C., Through June, it can be remote from the D.C. area if appropriate internet speeds are available (consistent 700mbps up/down.)
In this role you will:
- Operate Newtek Tri-caster switcher and other related software and hardware
- Technical direct and direct productions
- Perform connection tests and guest check ins prior and during shows
- 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
- Manage production calendars, databases, booking of related live stream and transmission scheduling
- 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
- Assist with planning and budgeting for productions
When in-person productions resume, additional duties include:
- Fill-in production positions as needed on live events as needed (TD, A1, A2, PTZ Op, V1, V2)
- Maintain the control room and event space for The Washington Post Live Center, ensuring high quality equipment condition, accessibility, and maintenance scheduling
- Recommend scope and technical capacity requirements for events and determine and implement appropriate production needs per event
- 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
The ideal candidate will have:
- 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 HDMI, HDCP, Dolby Atmos, Dante, NewTek Tri-Casters and familiarity with NDI Tools
- Experience in directing live shows
- Familiarity with REMI production setups
- Understanding of streaming and recording digital formats
- Experience using Crestron systems and Evertz 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
- A natural curiosity to learn about our business and be able to provide insight into new opportunities for innovation and improvement
- 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
- A pro-active approach to task-based work assignments and time management skills
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