Engineering Manager - Disney ABC Television Group (New York, NY)

Engineering Manager Job Description The Broadcast Operations and Engineering division engineers and provides technical support for the ABC Television Network. The Network Graphics Support department maintains all graphics technical facilities for the ABC Television Network. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for the support and development of the Graphics technical facility in New York. This person will evaluate new technology solutions and coordinate the implementation of capital projects. The Engineering Manager will play a role in ensuring that the technology roadmap for the Graphics Department is in accordance with BO&E strategic planning. This person will offer daily technical support of equipment and production groups working in the graphics facility. The Engineering Manager will interface with other Support areas, Engineering and Executive Management. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for maintaining budgets as well as have additional budgetary responsibilities, lead projects as assigned, and develop reports and presentations as required. The Engineering Manager must possess a thorough understanding of a broadcast environment and effectively apply his/her knowledge - production workflows, signal routing, SD and HD digital video and audio systems, SMPTE and other technical standards, IT systems and basic networking and fiber infrastructure. Responsibilities . Oversee the support of editing and electronic graphics equipment primarily servicing ABCNews and ESPN clients. . Planning, installation and management of a variety of broadcast equipment such as Avid, Final Cut Pro, Protools, Chyron, Viz and Autodesk. . Understanding our business needs and industry trends for strategic long term growth planning. . Prepare analysis/reports for immediate and senior level management, as required. . Work with Engineering and business partners to implement strategic vision set forth by Division leaders. Basic Qualifications . Minimum 3 years technical support experience in broadcast support or cable facility. . Ability to plan/develop, install and manage systems using a variety of broadcast equipment such as Avid, Final Cut Pro, Protools, Chyron, Viz and Autodesk. . Excellent knowledge of signal processing, transport and transmission equipment. . Excellent knowledge of digital audio and video standards and equipment. . Strong PC and networking skills. . Excellent troubleshooting skills. . Strong verbal and written communication skills. . Ability to learn and adapt to new technology. . Work well independently as well as in a team environment. . Effectively communicate with users, support personnel, management and vendors. . Work evening, weekends, holidays as needed. Preferred Qualifications . Minimum 5+ years technical support experience in broadcast support or cable facility. . Experience supervising represented employees and familiarity with the NABET contract. . Extensive experience with signal processing, transport and transmission equipment. . Work well under pressure with very tight timeframes and deadlines. . Willingness to be very flexible with work schedules, vacation and hours. . Experience in professional news and broadcast environments. . Willingness to travel on occasion, if necessary. . Experience in managing a small team of technical people. . Experience in technical writing, such as technical manuals and briefs. Preferred Education . Avid certification . Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer or Electronics Technology . SBE Broadcast Certification Required Education Technical School or Bachelors degree in Electronics Technology field OR equivalent relevant experience. Job Posting Industries Television Additional Information Req ID: 62368 Location: New York, NY The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Primary Location-City New York Primary Location-State NY Primary Location-Country US Auto req ID 62368BR

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