Broadcasting Engineer Resume

Broadcast engineers are responsible for operating broadcast system used airing programs on radio, and television. They are responsible to ensure smooth transmission of programs. These professionals are involved in the setup of the facility prior to recording of the program and overseeing the entire operations, maintenance, and repairs. Moreover, they also work with the post-production team to resolve service disturbances at the earliest. To work in this position, you must demonstrate a strong technical background as well as awareness of functionalities associated with broadcasting. In addition to this, mentioning points related to familiarity with the NCC rules and regulations along with knowledge of the tools can strengthen your broadcasting engineer resume.

Sample Broadcasting Engineer Resume

Dustin I. Williams
1978 Illinois Avenue
Portland, OR 97205
Phone: 207-189-7283
Email: dustin.williams@anymail.com

Career Summary:

Highly-dedicated, certified and experienced Broadcasting Engineer seeking a senior position with a multimedia organization to utilize my knowledge and skill-set in producing programs with quality sound and image as well as maintaining the broadcast system.

Summary of Skills:

Sound knowledge of broadcast system designs, related equipment along with the testing, and maintenance to ensure timely repairs
Familiar with the FCC guidelines and capable of working in television, radio, podcast or other medium to broadcast programs as per the schedules
Adept at minimizing the loss of broadcasting service by quickly identifying and providing alternative modes of service in case of equipment/set up failure
Ability to interpret and implement instructions from senior broadcasting directors, producers, engineers and other colleagues to complete projects before deadline
Possess a solid technical background with strong understanding of audio/video equipment and working knowledge of the related software
Ability to install, test, configure, and maintain broadcast equipment
Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills with multitasking abilities
Team player with strong organizational and communication skills

Work Experience:

Broadcast Engineer
Tribune Media Company, Portland, OR
November 2016 – Present

Installing, repairing, and maintaining complex digital, high-definition equipment associated with broadcasting operations for proper scheduling of radio/TV programs
Troubleshooting and configuring different equipment, computer system, and relevant material for various broadcast needs
Working with the team to ensure that the radio and television broadcast programs are made available on time with high-quality sound and images
Collaborating with other team members for performing post-production tasks using tools like IP Audio Networks, Adobe Audition
Coordinating with other broadcasting engineers to ensure broadcast operations are within the current FCC guidelines and regulations
Providing monthly feedback to the broadcast on progress and status of internal work assignments as well as vendor-related issues

Associate Broadcast Engineer
EdgeSource Corporation, Portland, OR
March 2013 – October 2016

Collaborated with other broadcast engineers to implement and support technical environment or processes used in broadcast media production
Working under the supervision of Senior Broadcast Engineer to coordinate early morning shoots for popular media outlets such as CNN, Fox News, etc.
Partnered and worked with the Engineering and Production team to ensure a high-quality, and market-leading broadcast product for the concerned client
Coordinated podcast producers to provide a consistent, high-quality podcast product to the media channel as per the industry standard
Assisted with the system maintenance, and performed regular system checkups
Answered to outage calls from senior executives or operations team, and gave appropriate response for technical issues
Performed various tasks such as ensuring proper working of the broadcast links, and repairing faults in the system

Internship:

Broadcast Engineering Intern
Ramsey Productions, Portland, OR
July 2011 – February 2013

Assisted in the installation of multimedia hardware, software and other digital broadcast technology system, and notified timely repairs for the damaged parts
Prepared and maintained various technical records, including engineering logs to make accurate report on equipment performance
Understood all aspects of video post-productions such as audio mixing, computer editing, C.G. operation as well as technical direction
Attended weekly shoots to learn about camera, audio techniques, technical and logistical requirements
Coordinated with the team to design and set up the studio equipment required for transmission and editing
Took responsibility for the maintenance of the equipment, and performed regular tests to find, identify, and repair technical glitches

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
University of Portland, Portland, OR
2010

Certification:

Certified Broadcast Technologist, 2012
General Radiotelephone Operator License, 2013

Affiliation:

Society of Broadcast Engineers – Member since 2012

Reference:

On request.