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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
NBC Sports' audio teams are passionate about their craft, dedicated to delivering immersive audio experiences that enhance viewer engagement. Recognized as innovative and respected within the global broadcast audio industry, NBC Audio pioneers cutting-edge sound design techniques such as 5.1.4 Immersive Audio to capture the nuances of sports environments. Collaboration is at the core of our success as we push the boundaries of audio production and set new industry standards.
As an Audio Systems Engineer, you will work closely with NBC Senior Director of Audio Engineering and other senior audio personnel to design and implement state-of-the-art audio systems for live sports broadcasts. This includes planning, designing, and testing all forms of broadcast audio systems-from analog to IP-based systems (ST2110)-in complex environments. Your expertise in current and emerging technologies from leading manufacturers will be critical in driving innovation and ensuring seamless operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audio Systems Design: Support the development of comprehensive broadcast audio systems compatible with IP-based workflows (Dante, ST2110, AES67).
- Documentation & Planning: Create conceptual designs and detailed audio-specific drawings using tools like Lucidchart for Olympic and sports production teams.
- Venue Audio Planning: Coordinate a large number of technologies using NBC proprietary software to ensure field engineering teams have the necessary equipment and infrastructure for successful implementation of broadcasts.
- System Integration: Collaborate with venue engineering systems, IT networks, transmission services, and distribution teams to integrate NBC Audio systems into a unified workflow.
- Innovation in Sound Design: Test advanced ground-based or cloud-based DSP technologies; present findings to leadership for potential implementation.
- Live Event Support: Provide technical expertise during live events to ensure or enhance sound quality using advanced mixing techniques aligned with NBC's signature sound.
Additionally, you will assist with integration projects involving signal flow planning, testing, commissioning, and training staff on new systems. Staying updated on emerging virtualization tools for remote workflows, immersive sound technologies, and wearable audio tech innovations is essential to enhancing broadcast quality.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in television broadcast environments
- BS degree in Engineering, Communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
Desired Characteristics:
- Proficiency in designing and troubleshooting broadcast production systems (Calrec audio consoles, Dante Commentary systems infrastructure , ENG audio setups).
- Solid understanding of the basics of audio and sound capture, reproduction, acoustics, microphone pickup, coherence, phase.
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP networks and SMPTE 2110 standards.
- Expertise in Dante AoIP workflows; familiarity with AES67-compatible solutions.
- Ability to interpret system signal flow diagrams for control rooms/studio facilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills under pressure in live broadcast environments.
- Experience with remote production workflows for national/international events.
- Strong understanding of wireless audio and immersive sound systems.
- A love of broadcast production and a passion for Sound
- Knowledge of modern TV formats1080P/4K HDR and resulting audio workflows.
- Experience with system design tools like Lucidchart or similar software for technical documentation.
- Familiarity with Calrec, Tieline, Studio Technologies, Ferrofish, RTS ADAM/Omneo intercom systems.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends when necessary.
- Must be willing to work primarily in Monroe, CT, with secondary office duties in Stamford, CT.
- Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.
- National and international travel required, particularly during Olympic Games.
- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Why Join Us?
At NBCUniversal's Audio Department, teamwork drives innovation. You'll collaborate with some of the most talented engineers in the industry to deliver world-class sound experiences for millions of viewers worldwide. Whether working on groundbreaking Olympic broadcasts or high-profile NBC Sports programming, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence in every detail.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
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Here you can develop solutions. You’ll develop solutions that allow engineers to broadcast live TV from the comfort of their homes. These solutions will enable the use of our collection of hundreds of thousands of distinct intellectual properties across our film, television and streaming brands.
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