Broadcast Engineer Jobs
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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LOCATION: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
CLOSING AT: Jun 29 2026 - 22:55 CDT
PAY GRADE/PAY RANGE: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)
DEPARTMENT/ORGANIZATION: 207251 - Ctr for Public Television and Radio
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends
JOB SUMMARY: The Broadcast Engineer supports and maintains broadcast and IT equipment under minimal supervision. Provides technical advice and expertise to operational and program activities. Oversees technical quality and transmission of the broadcast. May assist with technology planning and budgeting.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Broadcast Engineer is responsible for leading the Center for Public Television and Radio and WUOA/WVUA in achieving and maintaining first-class broadcast standards for the production and transmission of programming in the research, design, construction, and maintenance of the requisite technology and physical facilities.
All engineering team members are subject to on-call after hours to support on air operations at the main facility and transmitter sites.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in broadcasting or engineering and four (4) years of technical broadcasting experience; OR master's degree in broadcasting or engineering and two (2) years of technical broadcasting experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio). Experience with basic TCP/IP networking, AOIP, SNMP, working knowledge of TV Master Control operations, video servers and WireCad.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION STATEMENT: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
LOCATION: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
CLOSING AT: Jun 29 2026 - 22:55 CDT
PAY GRADE/PAY RANGE: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)
DEPARTMENT/ORGANIZATION: 207251 - Ctr for Public Television and Radio
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends
JOB SUMMARY: The Broadcast Engineer supports and maintains broadcast and IT equipment under minimal supervision. Provides technical advice and expertise to operational and program activities. Oversees technical quality and transmission of the broadcast. May assist with technology planning and budgeting.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Broadcast Engineer is responsible for leading the Center for Public Television and Radio and WUOA/WVUA in achieving and maintaining first-class broadcast standards for the production and transmission of programming in the research, design, construction, and maintenance of the requisite technology and physical facilities.
All engineering team members are subject to on-call after hours to support on air operations at the main facility and transmitter sites.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in broadcasting or engineering and four (4) years of technical broadcasting experience; OR master's degree in broadcasting or engineering and two (2) years of technical broadcasting experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio). Experience with basic TCP/IP networking, AOIP, SNMP, working knowledge of TV Master Control operations, video servers and WireCad.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION STATEMENT: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Nexstar Media Group9
- Sinclair Broadcast3
- Shop LC2
- CBTS1
- IMG Academy1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software13
- Education4
- Media & Entertainment3
- Retail3
- Sports & Recreation2
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 Nexstar Media Group, Sinclair Broadcast, and Shop LC, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 June 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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