Media Technology Engineer

Media Technology Engineer position available. Main Objectives:

To support the media production activities of students and staff at the School of Journalism and Media Studies by providing effective and efficient support for technology operations and resources. This includes installing and maintaining studio facilities and equipment to ensure optimal functionality, security, and availability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Media Production Activities:
  • Provide technical support for media production activities, ensuring smooth operation of equipment and resources.
  • Assist students and staff with technology-related issues and needs.
• Studio Facilities and Equipment:
  • Install, commission, and maintain broadcast and media production equipment.
  • Ensure studio facilities are functional, secure, and available for use.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to studio equipment and facilities.
• Digital Broadcast Environment:
  • Work in a digital broadcast environment, including handling and maintaining broadcast equipment.
  • Manage and oversee broadcast equipment installations and commissioning.
• Media Production Environment:
  • Manage workflow and file management in a computerized media production environment.
  • Administer computer-based media catalogues or digital asset management software as needed.
• IT Network Infrastructure:
  • Understand and support IT network infrastructure related to media production.
  • Ensure IT network infrastructure is optimized for media production needs.
• Non-linear Editing Systems:
  • Provide support for non-linear editing systems, ensuring effective operation and integration with other systems.

Requirements:

• Education:
  • 3-year degree/diploma or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems, IT, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in broadcast engineering, electronics, or IT. This experience can include in-house training, internships, project work, etc.
  • Previous experience in a digital broadcast environment.
  • Experience in broadcast equipment installations, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Experience in media production in a computerized environment, including workflow and file management.
  • Essential understanding of IT network infrastructure.
  • Experience with non-linear editing systems and administration of digital asset management software is advantageous.