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Broadcast Engineer (m/w/d)

Full-remoteRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 May 2026

About the role

Ekkiden ist eine in 2019 gegründete internationale Beratungsgruppe: sie vereint ein Ökosystem leidenschaftlicher und engagierter Beraterinnen und Berater, die Transformationsprojekte in den Bereichen Organisation, Operations und Technologie durchführen, insbesondere in IT/Digital, Industrie/F&E sowie Nachhaltigkeit, für Großunternehmen und KMU in Frankreich, der Schweiz, Spanien und Deutschland.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Freelance Broadcasting Engineer with solid expertise in the SMPTE environment. In this role, you will support the planning, build-out, operation, and troubleshooting of complex broadcast infrastructures, whether in the studio, on location (OB/remote), or in hybrid IP-based production environments.

You will work alongside experienced production and technology teams, taking technical ownership of the complete signal chain, from camera to playout.

Conditions:

Contract: Freelance

Start: within 1-2 months

Duration: 12 months with possibility for extension

Workload: up to 100%

Your responsibilities:

System Design & Integration

Design and integrate broadcast infrastructures based on SMPTE standards (incl. ST 2110, ST 2022, ST 292, ST 424)
Configure and commission SDI- and IP-based video/audio routing systems
Build and test signal chains across the full production path (camera, CCU, crosspoint, monitoring, production switcher, playout)
Support deployment and commissioning of our camera systems and associated broadcast equipment at customer sites and production facilities

Operations & Technical Support

Provide hands-on technical support during live productions, broadcast transmissions, and studio operations
Diagnose and resolve signal issues, synchronisation problems, and latency anomalies in real-time environments
Manage timing and sync infrastructure (Genlock, PTP/IEEE 1588, Black Burst)
Serve as on-site technical liaison between engineering teams and production crews

Documentation & Coordination

Create and maintain technical documentation, signal flow diagrams, and as-built records
Coordinate with directors, production managers, and other technical departments
Ensure quality assurance against broadcast standards (EBU, SMPTE, DVB)
Feed operational learnings back into product teams where relevant

We are looking for:

Core Technical Knowledge

Solid understanding of SMPTE standards — particularly ST 2110 (IP-based broadcasting) and SDI signal chains
Hands-on experience with professional broadcast hardware (routing switchers, multiviewers, frame synchronisers, format converters)
Familiarity with video and audio formats: HD, UHD/4K, HDR, AES, MADI, Dolby
Working knowledge of broadcast network technologies (VLAN, multicast, IGMP, PTP)

Experience & Background

Several years of professional experience as a Broadcast Engineer, Systems Engineer, or comparable technical role in a TV, film, or live event environment
Proven track record in at least one of the following: live production / OB, studio operations, post-production, playout / master control
Familiarity with industry hardware ecosystems (e.g. Grass Valley, Sony, Evertz, Lawo, Ross Video, Riedel) is a strong advantage
Experience working with or alongside camera and imaging technology manufacturers is a plus