Washington Post

Production Engineer

Washington Post$85K — $127K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of live A/V production oversight experience.
  • Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow and live streaming.
  • At least 2-4 years managing vendor relationships and contracts.
  • Proficient with A/V standards and equipment like HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and NewTek Tri-Casters.
  • Experience with digital formats and network technologies, including IP cameras.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and ensure high-quality equipment in the Live Center and auditorium.
  • Recommend technical requirements and implement production needs for events.
  • Manage vendor relations for external A/V production services.
  • Make efficiency suggestions for A/V operations.
  • Consult with event teams for enhancements in live experiences.
  • Operate live video equipment and test broadcast systems prior to events.
  • Set up, troubleshoot, and manage production equipment with crew assistance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match.
  • Three weeks vacation and up to three weeks paid sick leave.
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Robust mental health resources and caregiver concierge services.
  • Pet insurance and free digital subscription to The Post.
Full 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. How You'll Support the Mission • Maintain the control room and auditorium 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. • Manage our vendor relationships and contracts as related to external A/V production, manufacturing and installation companies. • Make suggestions and recommendations to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the A/V operations. • Consult and ideate with the event teams and executives for future enhancements for the live event experience. • Operation of Newtek Tricaster switcher and other live video equipment during shows. • Test and ensure preparedness of broadcast systems prior to scheduled studio use. • Fill-in production positions as needed on live events as needed (A1, A2, PTZ Op, V1, V2). • Set up, troubleshoot and operate all Live Center A/V and production equipment with assistance from internal and external crews. Skills & Experiences You Bring • 5-7 years of experience overseeing live A/V production responsibilities. • Understanding of broadcast signal flow, live streaming and encoding. • 5+ years of live production experience in a specialized role • 2-4 years managing vendor relationships and contracts. • 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. • Understanding of streaming and recording digital formats. • Experience using Crestron 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. • Good communication and time management skills. Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week. Compensation and Benefits 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 salary range for this position is: $85,100 - $127,700 Annual The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process. Your story awaits. Apply today! Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.

About Washington Post

The Washington Post is an American daily newspaper published in Washington, D.C. It is the most-widely circulated newspaper within the Washington metropolitan area and has a large international audience. Daily broadsheet editions are printed for D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. The newspaper has won the Pulitzer Prize 65 times for its work, the second-most of any publication. It is considered a newspaper of record in the U.S. Post journalists have also received 18 Nieman Fellowships and 368 White House News Photographers Association awards. The paper is well known for its political reporting and is one of the few remaining American newspapers to operate foreign bureaus. The Post was founded in 1877. In its early years, it went through several owners and struggled both financially and editorially. Financier Eugene Meyer purchased it out of bankruptcy in 1933 and revived its health and reputation, work continued by his successors Katharine and Phil Graham, who bought out several rival publications. The Post's 1971 printing of the Pentagon Papers helped spur opposition to the Vietnam War. Subsequently, in the best-known episode in the newspaper's history, reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein led the American press's investigation into what became known as the Watergate scandal, which resulted in the 1974 resignation of President Richard Nixon. The advent of the internet expanded the Post's national and international reach. In October 2013, the Graham family sold the newspaper to Nash Holdings, a holding company owned by Jeff Bezos, for $250 million.
Learn more about Washington Post
Industry

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Washington Post

More Media Jobs

Find similar Production Engineer jobs: