Television Broadcast Technician

TCT Ministries and Affiliates is a faith-based, non-profit Christian organization dedicated to sharing the Gospel and serving others with integrity, excellence, and compassion. We are seeking a Television Broadcast Technician who shares our Christian values and is committed to stewardship, accountability, and service. The ideal candidate will bring both professional expertise and a heart for ministry.

This is a fully on-site position located in Akron, Ohio. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. If you want to use your gifts to support a ministry with purpose, thrive in a creative environment shaped by Christian values, and desire a place where your work directly serves the Kingdom, we invite you to apply.

Job Summary

A Television Broadcast Technician is responsible for maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting technical equipment used in television production and broadcasting. This includes ensuring smooth transmission of live and recorded programming, managing audio and video feeds, setting up and maintaining studio and remote equipment, and ensuring compliance with broadcast standards and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Set up and test broadcast equipment, including cameras, microphones, servers, control systems, and switchers.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on broadcast equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  
• Troubleshoot technical issues with equipment, signals, and software systems during live broadcasts.
• Operate control room equipment during live broadcasts, ensuring correct switching of video feeds, audio levels, and other technical aspects.
• Monitor video and audio signals to detect problems and rectify them immediately to maintain broadcast quality.
• Ensure synchronization of video, audio, and graphics during live broadcasts or recorded content.
• Provide on-site technical support for live broadcasts and studio productions, including sports events, news programs, and entertainment shows.
• Work closely with production teams to implement technical solutions for seamless broadcasting.
• Respond to urgent technical issues during broadcasts, often working under time pressure.
• Manage signal routing, transmission, and distribution for local, national, and international broadcasts.
• Ensure proper encoding, decoding, and compression of video and audio signals.
• Monitor the quality of signal transmission to prevent interruptions or broadcast delays.
• Set up and operate equipment for both studio and remote broadcast settings.
• Travel to external locations to manage the technical aspects of live remote broadcasts or field productions.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and engineers to ensure technical requirements are met. 
• Ensure that broadcasts comply with industry standards, FCC regulations, and copyright laws.
• Maintain safety standards in all technical operations, especially when working with heavy equipment, electrical systems, and cables.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, maintenance schedules, and technical issues.
• Provide detailed reports on any technical failures or incidents during live broadcasts.
  

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Technology, Electronics, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in broadcast technology, electronics, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Entry-level candidates with strong aptitude and interest in technical broadcast operations are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of television production and broadcast equipment, including cameras, switchers, sound systems, and transmission technologies.
• Proficiency in using broadcast software and systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical problems quickly and efficiently.
• Knowledge of video and audio signal formats, encoding, and compression.
  
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and adapt to changes quickly.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  
• Valid driver’s license.
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to sit for extended periods, and stand, talk, and hear as needed for the role.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, reach, and move equipment.
• Work is performed on-site in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels (not remote), including control rooms and occasional confined spaces.
• May require evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, as well as on-call availability to support live events, news broadcasting, or urgent issues.

TCT Ministries is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. As a religious organization, we exercise our legal right to hire individuals who share and uphold our faith-based mission and values. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification consistent with our mission.