Audio Broadcast Engineer

Description

Job Summary: The Audio Broadcast Engineer operates and maintains audio systems and equipment to ensure audio signal quality and continuity of broadcasting operations. Key Features of the Role: 1. Operating and maintaining audio systems and equipment for radio and television broadcasting 2. Diagnosing technical faults and performing necessary repairs on audio systems 3. Collaborating with production teams to ensure audio quality during programs and broadcasts **Purpose of the Role:** The Audio Broadcast Engineer operates and maintains audio systems and equipment used in radio and television broadcasting and media production, ensuring audio signal quality and continuity of broadcasting operations in accordance with established technical standards. **Main Duties and Responsibilities:** * Operating and monitoring audio broadcast systems and studio equipment. * Setting up and adjusting audio mixing consoles, microphones, amplifiers, and signal processors. * Monitoring audio signal quality and sound levels during broadcasting and recording. * Diagnosing technical faults in audio systems and performing necessary repairs. * Performing preventive and routine maintenance on audio broadcast equipment. * Installing, testing, and configuring new audio and studio systems. * Calibrating audio equipment and verifying compliance with technical specifications. * Continuously monitoring broadcast systems and responding promptly to faults and emergencies. * Collaborating with directors, producers, technicians, and presenters to ensure audio quality during programs and live broadcasts. * Preparing studios and equipment prior to recording and broadcasting sessions. * Managing **Audio Routing** systems and signal processing. * Monitoring audio recording, archiving, and storage systems. * Conducting technical tests prior to broadcasting and verifying readiness of all systems. * Documenting faults, repairs, and maintenance activities, and preparing technical reports. * Tracking updates to software and systems related to audio broadcast equipment. * Assessing equipment requirements and recommending upgrades or replacements as needed. * Coordinating with suppliers and specialized companies providing broadcast equipment and systems. * Adhering to electrical safety standards and safe operating procedures for equipment. * Ensuring broadcast continuity and minimizing downtime and technical failures. **Required Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. * **3 to 7 years** of experience in audio broadcast engineering or radio and television studios. * Strong knowledge of professional audio systems and broadcast equipment. * Experience with **Digital Audio Consoles, Audio Processors, Mixers, and Signal Routing Systems**. * Knowledge of digital audio technologies and IP-based broadcasting is an advantage. * Experience with **AES67, Dante, or MADI** systems is an additional advantage. * Ability to read technical diagrams and audio system wiring schematics. * Good understanding of networking fundamentals and computer systems related to broadcasting. * Proficiency in English; Arabic language knowledge is preferred. * Ability to work rotating shifts and respond to emergency faults. **Skills and Competencies:** * Audio signal engineering and processing. * Operation and maintenance of broadcast systems. * Fault diagnosis and technical problem-solving. * Installation and calibration of audio equipment. * Broadcast quality monitoring. * Knowledge of networking and IP-based audio broadcasting. * Working under pressure and responding rapidly to faults. * Accuracy and attention to detail. * Communication and teamwork within production and broadcasting teams. * Planning and preventive maintenance. * Commitment to safety and quality standards. Salary: KWD١‎,٢٠٠.٠٠٠ per month Work Location: On-site