AV Production & Systems Engineer

  • Full-time

Job Description

Isobar Public Sector is seeking a Senior Production & Systems Engineer (SPSE) to collaborate with the production team, developing and managing workflows for the GPA Video Office. The SPSE is an experienced digital video engineer who can provide assistance during live studio productions, handle both on-premises and hybrid post-production workflows and oversee infrastructure upgrades.

Responsibilities include the installation and maintenance of video, audio, and other equipment within the Digital Video Pre and Postproduction environment. Proficiency in cloud-based workflows, such as Adobe Creative Cloud editing, AWS, and Media Asset Management, is essential. Staying current with technology advancements and available resources is crucial for this position.

What You’ll Do

  • As an experienced digital video engineer, the SPSC provides support for live studio productions, postproduction workflows, and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Installation and maintenance of video, audio, and other equipment associated with live video production, as well as pre and postproduction operations.
  • Conducts preventive maintenance and troubleshooting for a wide range of hardware and software, including video editing workstations, both on-site and remotely.
  • Manages software versioning including Operating Systems, firmware, and creative tools for digital video hardware, local area network, workstations, and applications throughout the production division.
  • Trains and mentors Editors, Producers, and other staff on technology applications, usage, and workflows.
  • Responds to trouble calls related to broadcast or computer equipment, sometimes outside of normal business hours.
  • Ensures software versions are up to date, adheres to software license compliance, and follows IT security directives.
  • Assists in planning future equipment installations, requirements, and budget recommendations.
  • Collaborates with Video Office Project Managers, Division Chiefs, Creatives, IT Team, and other stakeholders to design, pre-plan, and manage the Production LAN and its components.
  • Administers the Video Media Asset Management (VMAM) system, including user management, Active Directory / domain administration, workflow management, policy implementation, security / authentication, and access management.
  • Assists VMAM users with content management. Performs deletes (upon user request). Monitors backup and restore operations for Video Office VMAM data.

Who You Are

  • A U.S. Citizen with an active MRPT (Moderate Risk Public Trust) Clearance and eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Reside in the Washington DC area.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in Video Production Systems Engineering
  • Strong leadership and exceptional communication skills
  • 21st century skill set, a great team-oriented attitude and a dedication to quality.
  • Knowledge of live studio, Pre and Postproduction applications, and remote workflows.
  • Experience designing and installing remote and local Video Technology equipment to improve workflows.

Who We Are

We are trusted digital navigators delivering customer-centric solutions to the US Government, Public Sector, and Educational Institutions. We utilize human-centered design, emerging technology, and data-driven transformation to formulate digital solutions to deliver on our client’s modernization goals and improve mission performance.

We put our people first, above all else. We lead authentically and believe investing in our people is the key to our success. In doing so, we enable purposeful collaboration with our people, stakeholders, and clients, successfully striving for dynamic growth and intentional progress.

Here are some of the benefits that accompany full-time employment at Isobar:

  • We offer flexible time off for vacation and personal time. We believe in treating adults like adults and allowing for open communication between team members and their supervisors to determine proper timing and coverage.
  • In addition to 16 recognized holidays, our offices are closed the last week in December. This adds up to 21 paid company holidays in 2023.
  • Multiple levels of offerings for medical and dental, including a covered membership fee to exceptional primary care through One Medical.
  • Other miscellaneous benefits like Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at no cost, company-covered Life Insurance at double your base salary, access to group legal services, identify theft protection through LifeLock services, etc.
  • A generously paid parental leave policy that enables 16 weeks of leave, regardless of gender, at 100% pay.
  • Supporting employees pursuing adoption or surrogacy, Isobar will reimburse up to $14,440 in eligible adoption expenses and $25,000 in eligible surrogacy expenses. 
  • 401K + company matching: 50% of every dollar you contribute, up to the first 6% you contribute; you are 33% vested after each year of service, becoming fully vested after three years with the company.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000-$115,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other job-related qualifications. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit: dentsubenefitsplus.com

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Additional Information

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About dentsu 
Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

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