Assistant Broadcast Engineer

Company description:

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Job description:

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club ("the Club") is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution. Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling.

The Division

The Racing Division is committed to managing all aspects of Hong Kong's world-class sport of horse racing, covering the full value chain — from importation and training to racedays, equestrian, welfare, integrity, and international engagement. With Conghua Racecourse and Greater Bay Area expansion, we're shaping racing into a dynamic sporting, social, and entertainment experience.

Job Summary

The Broadcasting Operations team is responsible for live coverage of horse racing in Hong Kong, production of related promotional video, formatting betting and racing-related information into TV graphic displays and documentaries for on-air at TV stations as well as display on the giant display screens and closed-circuit TV network at the racecourses. The Chinese Wagering Program Team in Broadcasting Operations is responsible for producing and packaging racing television programs, both for local broadcasting by terrestrial free-to-air television, pay cable television, overseas simulcasting operations of which betting on Hong Kong's horse racing is operated.

The job holder reports Manager, Broadcast Operations (Broadcast and Technical Operations) and is responsible for the technical support for AV equipment.

The Job

• Provides technical support for TV production equipment being operated in the Club, including setting up studio cameras, performing CCU / virtual system operations and digital video server system to ensure the quality of the programs meets broadcasting standard
• Sets up micro-wave link for live camera coverage of various locations in racecourses on race days and Outside Broadcasting System to support various Club's internal and external functions
• Provides regular maintenance of broadcasting TV production equipment
• Ensures compliance with Responsible Gambling Policy (RGP) and all stipulated legal requirements pertaining to wagering, thereby protecting the integrity of the Club's business
• Undertakes other duties as assigned by Line Manager

About You

• High Diploma/ Diploma in Electronic / TV Engineering/ Media and technology
• A minimum of 1 years' experience in the area of technical support of TV production, new graduates will also consider
• Working experience in TV station and Outside Broadcasting of sports event a distinct advantage
• Technical knowledge in digital video equipment such as video camera, nonlinear editing system and video server such as EVS
• Hands-on skills in PC software such as AutoCAD
• Basic network knowledge, such as TCP/IP networking, LAN/WAN architecture and routing

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We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, dynamic working environment and development opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcomed to apply. If you have any special needs or require accommodations during the interview process, please e-mail us via [email protected].

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Club's notice to employees and job applicants relating to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. A copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.