Primary FunctionThe Show Engineer plays a critical role in the Studio Engineering team, responsible for running live broadcasts and maintaining the media infrastructure across LinkedIn's 7+ studio sites and broadcast venues.
This role ensures the smooth execution of large-scale live events and productions for both internal and external customers.
As the primary engineering contact for assigned shows and events, the Show Engineer will partner with the Studio Engineering teams to deliver high-quality workflows and maintain broadcast standards.Duties & ResponsibilitiesPlatform Delivery:Oversee engineering needs for live broadcasts, including infrastructure maintenance and monitoring broadcast standards across multiple studiosServe as the first escalation point for technical issues during assigned shows and events, addressing incidents and escalating complex issues to Sr.
Engineers as necessary.Maintain uninterrupted studio uptime for events and shows, supporting live operators and producersCommunicate and manage changes in the studio environmentMedia Workflows:Document and implement studio standards and media infrastructure to meet show deliverablesDevelop and manage operational runbooks for different show types in collaboration with Sr. EngineersStudio Builds:Assist with venue and studio builds in alignment with provided plans and media team requirementsTechnical Focus:Support the lifecycle management of broadcast hardware, including setup and testing of studio systems for productionsTroubleshoot and manage live encodes from remote events, studio shoots, and production spacesGather data and assess the effectiveness of the media platformProvide direct support for live productions, including off-site events (travel may be required)Implement and manage REMI workflows and efficient live video workflows, encoding procedures, and streaming protocolsProduction Support:Provide direct support for live productions, including off-site events (travel may be required).Participate in pre-production meetings to intake technical requirements for various high-priority events.Collaborate with the Operations team to develop efficient live video workflows, encoding procedures, and streaming protocols.Participate in global team activities and support special projectsOther duties as assignedSkills & QualificationsAn overall understanding of the live program production process is necessary and a strong sense of urgency in solving customer requests to ensure timely resolution is criticalFamiliarity with emerging IP media technologies such as SMPTE 2022-6, ST2110, AES-67, Dante audio, and NMOS IS-04 05 06Proficiency in network IP protocols, including AVC/HEVC, RTMPS, RIST, JPEG-2000, H264/5, SRT, NDI, and stream analyticsOperational knowledge of video storage solutions and cloud-based broadcast infrastructureAbility to manage and troubleshoot broadcast hardware and live encodesStrong documentation skills for maintaining system as-builts, workflows, and general documentationAbility to gather data, measure platform effectiveness, and implement improvements.Effective communication skills for interacting with end users, business owners, developers, systems engineers, and executivesAbility to translate complex technical needs into clear customer outcomesProactive approach to troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in high-pressure environmentsStrong collaborative skills, with experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including technical producers, broadcast engineers, and account managersAbility to facilitate effective teamwork and maintain positive working relationships with various stakeholders involved in live streaming projectsEducation & ExperienceExtensive experience in AV and Broadcast systems engineering with a focus on live video delivery5+ years of hands-on experience in live production and/or studio production environments, demonstrating a strong background in project managementTechnical Project Management or similar credentials, demonstrating advanced project management skillsBachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Broadcast Technology, IT, Media Production, Audio/Video Engineering, Communications, or a related discipline
