Systems engineers are responsible for the resolution of broadcast systems and engineering issues across ITN's technical infrastructure. The role encompasses in depth fault finding and problem-solving along with pro-active systems maintenance.

Systems Engineers liaise closely with multiple business departments, third-party suppliers & manufacturers, ensuring a swift resolution of problems.

Communication is key and plays a pivotal part in the success of this role, keeping colleagues and the wider business up to date with all Support actions.

Key Responsibilities
Diagnose faults, taking action to rectify problems within the broadcast infrastructure, including studios and field broadcast systems
Support content ingest, editing, production asset management and interaction with other production systems
Collect and analyse system information logs where applicable and pass on to appropriate person or manufacturer
Support MCR facilities - baseband video, multiple audio standards, IP distribution, routing and traffic
Support Studio facilities for example cameras, vision desks, sound consoles, talkback.
Liaise with manufacturers in a timely, confident and informed manor
Create good working relationship with technical and editorial operators, assisting them in fault diagnosis
Support ITN's Technical Projects team and the delivery of their projects
Work flexibly on a shift pattern
Any other duties as required by your line manager or ITN

Key Requirements
A degree in engineering or an equivalent qualification would be desirable
Good interpersonal skills - must be able to work within a small team in a high-pressure environment
A decisive and calm approach
Previous experience in a broadcast TV, radio or multimedia environment
An understanding of how broadcast television programmes and associated media are produced, stored and delivered
An understanding of how complex nonlinear editing is performed
Ability to make independent decisions
A desire for continued growth and development within the role
Knowledge of broadcast IP concepts including routing and delivery
Commitment to provide the best possible service to internal and external customers
Help promote an effective health and safety culture to ensure a safe a working environment for all

Desirable Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft, Linux and OS X operating systems
Experience with Avid, EVS or other file-based editing systems
Knowledge of Newsroom Control Systems and other similar products
Knowledge of broadcast graphics
Knowledge of broadcast control systems, such as Cerebrum, would be an advantage
Experience with file-based encoding and transfer systems
An understanding of IT Networks LAN/fibre interconnection
Ability to write concise handovers as part of communication within the team and to relay information to operational and editorial departments