Broadcast IT Field Engineer

Warner Bros. Discovery

Actively hiring
Remote (Dc Washington 820 1St Street Ne, US) Posted 51 days ago $72,247–$134,172 / year
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TL;DR

The Broadcast & IT Field Engineer at Warner Bros. is a senior-level role within the Domestic Field Engineering team, responsible for providing expert technical support in a fast-paced 24/7 environment. This position involves planning and executing engineering aspects of live productions and remotes, setting up and operating transmission links, performing quality control, and maintaining broadcast equipment. The engineer will also offer general hardware and software support on-site and participate in technology design projects using complex, leading-edge systems such as IP networks and server-based solutions. Essential skills include proficiency with electronics, IT support, and a broad range of television production equipment like SNG satellite uplink/downlink gear, video encoding devices, and fiber optic links. The role requires strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability to rapid changes, and excellent communication skills, alongside experience in troubleshooting and maintaining broadcast systems.

Skills

IP IT networks MS Office Applications AutoCAD MS Project Cisco Routers Switches SNG satellite uplink/downlink equipment Microwave Video encoding ENG/Studio cameras A/V routers Infrastructure Video switchers Audio mixers Media decks NLE edit systems Storage devices Fiber optic links Signal processing Transcoding devices Production communications Intercom Computer systems IT networks architecture IP video transport Sony Harmonic Evertz CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Plan and execute engineering aspects for live productions and remotes.
  • Set up and operate Fiber/IP/Satellite transmission links and video/audio routing.
  • Perform quality control, maintenance, and repair of television remote broadcast equipment.
  • Provide technical oversight and guidance to staff on small remotes.
  • Troubleshoot and support local computing equipment such as laptops and connectivity devices.

What we're looking for

  • 4+ years of experience in television maintenance and repair of broadcast equipment.
  • Expertise in analyzing and solving complex technical problems independently.
  • Strong operational skills on a broad range of television remote broadcast equipment.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications and knowledge of computer networking hardware.
  • Formal ITSM training or certifications and relevant IT/Network certifications.

Market check

Salary context

This $72,247–$134,172 range sits above 10% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$118,300–$198,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$129,575–$190,000

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company operating a broad portfolio of iconic content and brands including Warner Bros. film studio, HBO, CNN, Discovery Channel, and Max streaming service. Industry: Media & Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery currently has 54 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,100–$224,900 across 37 roles with salary data.

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