Freelance M.I.C.R.(Multi- Camera Insert Control Room) Home Run Production Engineer – Big Ten Network

Big Ten Network is looking for a Multi-Camera Insert Control Room (M.I.C.R.) Engineer to assist remote productions of live events. Under general supervision, this position is responsible to support the Remote Engineer in Charge (M.I.C.R. Engineer) onsite at events while assisting remote Engineering and Production departments in Chicago for our camera aggregation (M.I.C.R.) productions.  Duties include connecting, quality control, troubleshooting and repairing all video, audio, data, and communications feeds during our camera aggregation productions. Candidates must have the ability to maintain a 9-month production/driving schedule and will work flexible hours/shifts including weekends and holidays during the production year (August through June).  Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to adhere to the Department of Transportation rules and regulations as they pertain to commercial motor vehicles. This position is remote and the BTN is open to all US based employees; however, the business prefers the candidate to be in one of the following states: IN, IL, IA, MN, NE, MD, PN, NJ, OH, MI, or WI. 

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Connecting, troubleshooting, and repairing feeds during a camera aggregation (M.I.C.R.) event 
• Troubleshooting audio consoles, production support equipment, cameras, video, and intercom systems 
• Quality control of incoming audio and video feeds during the show 
• Assisting the EIC (engineer in charge) with delegating duties to remote crew during pre-show set up, live broadcast, and striking of events at remote locations – mainly at B1G school facilities  
• Managing the inbound/outbound of deliveries, craft services and payroll sheets for BTN freelance hires  
• Repairing faulty audio and video equipment under the direction of the EIC 
• Troubleshooting any problems that may occur in a timely manner 
• Executing and completing projects as assigned with minimal supervision 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED 

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent industry experience with broadcast equipment courses/training  
• 3 years broadcast experience in a television production environment 
• General knowledge of cameras, lenses, audio and video sources, convertors & cabling  
• A valid driver’s license 
• Excellent reasoning skills to assist in troubleshooting problems  
• Proficient in MS Office software applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, etc.) 
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate to multiple entities during remote productions 
• Professional reliable person with honesty and integrity 
• Ability to get a Commercial Driver License (CDL), pass a DOT Physical, and obtain a medical certificate to drive M.I.C.R. unit on a needed basis 
• SPSG and small battery transport trainings  
• Expected to work outdoors in and around truck compounds, in all-weather elements, periodically in early morning or late evening hours on any days of the week, including weekends and holidays 
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to write, manipulate telephone, and computer keyboard 
• Regularly required to hear, talk, and use close vision 
• Occasionally required to bend and lift up to 50 pounds and can reach high places 
• Able to stand for long periods of time as necessary