What are the responsibilities and job description for the OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager Job at Allen Media Group in Atlanta position at Allen Media Group?
As part of Allen Media, Weather Group Television is one of the most trusted brands in the industry and is a leading source of weather-related news and information. We enjoy state of the art technology in our facilities, and we are always growing and enhancing our technology tools to better provide for our customers. The OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager is a hands-on manager that also supervises a team of engineers that provide technical consultation and support for all Master Control, Broadcast Transmission Systems, File Conversion Systems, and IP Stream Encoding Systems as needed by Weather Group Television and Allen Media. This position also applies a holistic approach to meeting strategic objectives through best in practice technical design, configuration, and system support for audio, video and IT systems related to our broadcast systems. This is a great opportunity for an established broadcast facility and OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager to expand their skills in a dynamic engineering environment. We welcome candidates who want to work in a strong team atmosphere, and who can think creatively while managing within department guidelines and budgets. This position will be responsible for leading a team of highly qualified engineers to support our innovative technical environment.
The OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager will participate in engineering group projects, provide consultation on system design reviews with key engineering staff, and will support efforts to make sure all document and technical standards are met. They will lead the management and support of broadcast and IT technical equipment using best in practice support techniques by employing a solid knowledge of a mixed analog / digital, and HD SDI / IP based broadcast environment.
The OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager may be occasionally called on to help support the maintenance team on engineering support duties related to projects and systems they have supported.
The OTT & Broadcast Systems Engineering Manager is a hands-on manager, has direct reports and reports to the VP of Broadcast Engineering.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Will coordinate with the IT and Cybersecurity team to develop & deploy critical activities identified by CSRIC WG4 Broadcast Subgroup.
- Provides technical and customer support for all video / audio Master Control systems and transmission equipment.
- Manages business technical relationships with broadcast uplink and IP stream providers.
- Assign and proactively manage internal customer service requests.
- Ensure that repairs are performed proficiently and repair records are kept up to date.
- Ensure that preventive maintenance is performed on appropriate systems.
- Help drive security compliance by implementing policies and driving remediation of identified risks and control deficiencies. Ensure that scheduled system checks are performed.
- Provide effective communication to engineering customers through direct contact and electronic means.
- Demonstrate a strong desire to continually increase technical and operational knowledge of all staff, equipment and systems used by TWC.
- Will be on call (carry cell phone) for technical issues.
- Work with the Engineering Management to develop and ensure compliance of technical standards and practices.
- Will participate in hiring decisions for engineering department support staff.
- Work with engineering management to help develop & manage support budgets.
- Will help develop staff growth and perform staff performance reviews.
- Accepts new assignments and technological challenges as required by an ever changing dynamic broadcasting environment.
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Allen Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We are dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.
