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Broadcast engineer jobs are open across television networks, radio stations, streaming platforms, and live events production, from entry-level technician roles to senior and chief engineer positions, with specializations in RF systems, IP video infrastructure, and live production. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month - a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:
More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.
Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!
If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need:
We’re seeking an experienced Broadcast Transmission Engineer to maintain our digital broadcasting electronic systems
What You'll Do:
Maintain overall digital broadcasting electronic systems and related equipment for optimum transmission/broadcast performance
Maintain traditional radio and digital broadcasting electronic systems and equipment, including, but not limited to, RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles and associated audio equipment
Respond to equipment outages, malfunctions and related technical problems
Conduct routine diagnostic testing, repair and replacement of all equipment used for radio station broadcasts
Assist clients, fellow technicians and service personnel in the installation, training and support of software, hardware and related third party peripheral components, including, but not limited to, file servers, commercial grade workstations, networking switches, NICs, monitors, KVMs and radio equipment
Document equipment maintenance, repair and replacements
Make decisions about test equipment, parts and related tools needed for use in maintenance and repair
Install, maintain and support desktop computer equipment for internal users as well as company-owned sites within market
Periodic travel to other iHeartMedia locations to assist in equipment installation or troubleshooting
Occasional night and weekend work is expected and must be on-call and available to respond 24-7
Service oriented work requiring excellent written and oral communication, as well as daily and personable interaction with executive management, programming and sales departments
What You'll Need:
Previous radio broadcast experience is required
Associate degree or greater in a technical field or equivalent experience is required
SBE certification is a plus
Ability to climb ladders, work in small spaces and have the ability to lift 50 pounds
Valid state driver’s license and an excellent driving record
What You'll Bring:
- SBE Certification a plus
- Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
- Full proficiency and understanding of job function
- Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
- Strong problem solving skills
- Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
- Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
- Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience
Location:
Atlanta, GA: 1255 Makers Way, Suite A, 30318
Position Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Type:
Hourly
Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:
Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in broadcast engineer jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in broadcast technology, electronics, or a related engineering field
- Hands-on experience with broadcast switchers, routers, and master control automation systems
- Proficiency with video encoding, transcoding, and IP video transport protocols such as SMPTE 2110
- Familiarity with RF transmission systems, antenna maintenance, and FCC technical compliance requirements
- SBE certification (CBT or CBE) preferred or required for senior and chief engineer positions
- Experience troubleshooting live production environments under time pressure with minimal downtime
Tips for Your Broadcast Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the signal chain
List the specific equipment you've operated, from routing switchers and master control systems to encoding hardware and satellite uplink gear. Hiring managers scan for model names and platform vendors, not general descriptions like 'broadcast equipment experience.'
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists broadcast engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Certify before you compete for senior roles
The SBE Certified Broadcast Engineer credential carries real weight at network affiliates and production houses. If you're targeting chief or senior engineer titles, earning or renewing an SBE certification before applying puts you ahead of candidates who rely on experience alone.
Target openings by transmission type not job title
Search using terms like 'RF engineer,' 'master control operator,' or 'IP video engineer' alongside 'broadcast engineer.' Many postings use transmission-specific titles, and filtering only by the generic title means missing a large share of relevant openings.
Prepare a signal-flow walkthrough for technical interviews
Interviewers at stations and networks routinely ask you to describe a complete signal path from camera to transmitter or ingest to playout. Practice a verbal walkthrough of a real system you've operated, naming the components and explaining every handoff point.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call terms separately
Broadcast roles often involve overnight shifts, weekend rotations, and on-call obligations that are negotiated outside base compensation. Before accepting an offer, confirm the shift schedule in writing and clarify whether on-call hours are compensated or absorbed into the salaried rate.
Broadcast Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most broadcast engineers?
The companies hiring the most broadcast engineers right now include TEGNA, GRAY MEDIA, and Sinclair Broadcast, with the largest share of openings in California, North Carolina, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated at network affiliates, streaming infrastructure providers, and live events production companies.
How many broadcast engineer jobs are remote?
About 0% of broadcast engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most transmission and production roles. Sub-areas with the highest remote share include broadcast IT, cloud playout engineering, and media asset management, where the core work runs on software-defined infrastructure rather than physical hardware.
How do you become a broadcast engineer?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in broadcast technology, electronics, or electrical engineering. Build hands-on experience through internships at local stations, college radio or TV operations, or entry-level technician roles. Learn the equipment ecosystems that employers use, pursue SBE certification as you advance, and develop a working knowledge of both RF transmission and IP video infrastructure, since most facilities now operate hybrid environments.
How do you get hired as a broadcast engineer with little experience?
Entry points include master control operator and broadcast technician roles, which require less independent judgment than engineer-of-record positions and are common at local affiliates and production houses. Volunteer at community radio or public access television to log real equipment hours. Demonstrating familiarity with at least one major automation platform and showing you've worked any live production, even at small scale, moves your application past the screen.
What does the broadcast engineer interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen focused on your equipment background, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through a signal chain, diagnose a hypothetical fault, or describe how you'd handle a transmitter failure during a live broadcast. Some stations add a practical skills test or a tour of the facility where you're expected to identify and explain the gear you see.
Where can I find and apply to broadcast engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to broadcast engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your equipment background and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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