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Broadcast Engineer Jobs
Broadcast engineers design, operate, and maintain the technology that keeps television, radio, streaming, and live production services on air. From transmission systems and studio infrastructure to IP video workflows and cloud-based media platforms, these professionals help deliver reliable, high-quality content to audiences.
Explore Broadcast Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Listings may include positions with broadcasters, media companies, production organizations, and technology providers seeking experienced engineering talent.
What Broadcast Engineers Do
Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Broadcast engineers may install and maintain audio and video equipment, troubleshoot signal paths, support control rooms and studios, monitor transmission systems, and plan upgrades to technical infrastructure. Many roles also involve maintaining uptime, documenting systems, coordinating vendors, and supporting live events or time-sensitive productions.
Skills and Qualifications
Employers often look for expertise in broadcast hardware and software, video and audio signal workflows, networking, IP-based media, and systems integration. Familiarity with standards and tools used in television, radio, or streaming environments can be valuable. Senior roles may require project leadership, budget planning, vendor management, and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly across production and IT teams. Requirements differ by position.
Career Paths in Broadcast Engineering
Broadcast engineers can specialize in studio operations, transmission, RF systems, audio engineering, video engineering, media networks, or broadcast IT. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineer, engineering manager, director of broadcast operations, or technical leadership roles. Emerging IP and cloud workflows are also creating opportunities for engineers who combine broadcast knowledge with modern networking and software systems.
Find Broadcast Engineer Jobs on Ladders
Search Ladders for Broadcast Engineer jobs and related senior media technology roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities aligned with your technical strengths and career goals.
Broadcast Engineer Jobs
$80K - $95K *
Empower the future of broadcast technology by leading engineering projects, ensuring system reliability, and guiding technical direction for a dynamic 24/7 news operation. Collaborate with teams to in...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion cutting-edge broadcast infrastructure; build, maintain, and optimize superior networks. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and ensure reliability in a fast-paced, innovative enviro...
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$129K - $177K *
Engineer cutting-edge video/audio systems to elevate live production quality. Oversee design, maintenance, and execution of major broadcasts, while integrating new technologies and enhancing user expe...
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$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of broadcast technology, supporting and maintaining advanced video systems. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure optimal performance and swift problem r...
3 weeks ago
$92K - $98K *
Join a dynamic team as a Broadcast Engineer, leveraging your technical expertise to maintain and troubleshoot control room systems, ensuring seamless operations during live events while collaborating...
2 weeks ago
Broadcast Systems Integration Sales Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Partner with us to drive pre-sales success in broadcast systems integration. Leverage your technical expertise and sales skills to design solutions, engage clients, and collaborate with engineering te...
3 weeks ago
Broadcast Technology Engineer - WFTV Orlando
$80K - $95K *
Help us enhance broadcast technology by ensuring seamless integration and support across media systems, driving operational excellence, and fostering collaboration between technical teams to deliver h...
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Director Broadcast Maintenance Engineering
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of public broadcasting by leading technical operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing broadcast quality. Collaborate with management to drive innovation and maintain state-of-the...
2 weeks ago
$91K - $106K *
Join our dynamic team to support and enhance broadcast production systems in a fast-paced, live environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless operations and tackle technical chall...
4 days ago
Live Broadcast Systems Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by managing and enhancing live broadcast systems, driving reliability and operational success in a fast-paced media environment while ensuring excellence in system maintenance and fau...
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$108K - $114K *
Lead advanced broadcast engineering efforts, ensuring seamless live event operations through expert troubleshooting, system improvements, and collaboration with diverse teams. Drive technical excellen...
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$108K - $114K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Broadcast Engineer, leading complex troubleshooting and system improvements for live events. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless operations and deliver ex...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive the design, integration, and support of advanced video distribution systems, ensuring reliable performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance op...
1 week ago
$98K - $110K *
Shape the future of broadcast engineering by leading a dedicated team to maintain and modernize audio and video systems across the Northwest region, ensuring compliance and enhancing infrastructure to...
1 week ago
$80K - $90K *
Lead a dynamic Engineering Department, ensuring optimal broadcast technology operations, compliance with regulations, and effective team management while driving innovation and infrastructure developm...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Broadcast Engineering
$179K - $215K *
Advance the future of broadcast engineering by leading strategic initiatives, developing high-performing teams, and driving innovative technology solutions that enhance viewer experiences across diver...
3 days ago
Senior Engineer, Terrestrial Network
$121K - $194K *
Lead the design and optimization of terrestrial transport networks, ensuring reliable connectivity for critical communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage vendor relationships a...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Elevate your career as a Broadcast IT Engineer, delivering IT support, maintaining broadcast systems, and collaborating across teams to drive seamless production and operations in a dynamic environmen...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Shape your career by supporting and maintaining complex broadcast systems for live media production. Collaborate with diverse teams to troubleshoot and enhance critical technologies in a fast-paced en...
5 days ago
Senior Broadcast Technologist (T & I) (On-site)
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation in broadcast technology by supporting studio and content creation teams. Utilize your expertise to implement cutting-edge solutions, troubleshoot technical issues, and enhance workflo...
3 days ago
$120K - $155K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge defense technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and validate advanced RF systems, ensuring seamless integration into next-gen platforms...
2 weeks ago
$109K - $133K *
Lead the charge in managing and optimizing enterprise virtualized infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Engineer, Broadcast, XTG
$100K - $125K *
Lead innovative design solutions as a Senior Design Engineer, transforming client needs into actionable broadcast system designs. Collaborate with global teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure pro...
2 days ago
Systems Administrator- Broadcast Studio Environment
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to design and maintain network infrastructure for live broadcasts, ensuring seamless integration with broadcast equipment and cloud services. Lead projects, provide real-time suppo...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Unlock your potential in RF engineering by designing and modernizing wireless communications systems for critical national security operations. Collaborate on innovative solutions and optimize perform...
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does a broadcast engineer do?
A broadcast engineer designs, maintains, and troubleshoots the equipment and systems used to create and distribute television, radio, streaming, and live production content. Duties may include supporting studios, control rooms, signal paths, and transmission infrastructure.
What qualifications are typically required for broadcast engineer jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek experience with broadcast audio and video systems, signal workflows, networking, and equipment maintenance. Some roles also value a relevant degree, certifications, or expertise in IP-based media and systems integration.
Where do broadcast engineers work?
Broadcast engineers may work for television and radio stations, networks, production companies, streaming services, live-event organizations, and companies that provide broadcast technology.
How can broadcast engineers advance their careers?
Engineers can build expertise in areas such as transmission, RF, studio systems, audio, video, or media networking, then pursue senior engineering, management, or technical leadership positions.
Can I find Broadcast Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?
Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including broadcast engineering and related media technology opportunities. Salary and eligibility details depend on the individual listing.