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Broadcast Engineer

ANZSCO 399511

Broadcast Engineers manage and maintain technical equipment for radio and TV broadcasting, ensuring smooth operations and troubleshooting issues.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Broadcast Engineer careers

A Broadcast Engineer manages and maintains the technical equipment used in radio and television broadcasting. You might work for a media company, broadcast station, or production studio. Broadcast Engineers focus on ensuring the smooth operation of broadcast systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and conducting routine maintenance. You’ll monitor signal quality, adjust equipment settings, and coordinate with production teams to support live and recorded broadcasts.

Broadcast Engineers play a critical role in delivering high-quality broadcasts to audiences. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and technically proficient, with strong problem-solving skills. You’ll work closely with production staff and other engineers to ensure seamless and reliable broadcasting operations.