Real-Time Graphics Engineer

A New Jersey-based entertainment organization is looking to add a new Real-Time Graphics Engineer to support live broadcast graphics systems in a fast-paced 24/7 production environment.

**Please only direct candidates, no 3rd parties*

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, with additional coverage as needed for major live events
• Setting: Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Own the performance, reliability, and maintenance of real-time graphics systems used in live production
• Provide independent live show support for news, sports, and event broadcasts, including template loading, playout, and on-air triggering
• Lead graphics system installations, upgrades, integrations, and redundancy planning
• Build and maintain graphics templates, data links, and automation pipelines that streamline live operations
• Document systems and processes, mentor junior support engineers, and participate in incident reviews and vendor coordination

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience owning real-time graphics systems in a broadcast, sports, or live production environment
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Hands-on experience with Vizrt and/or Ross graphics platforms
• Experience supporting live shows independently under pressure
• Experience leading graphics system installations or upgrades
• Working knowledge of broadcast signal flow, IP networking fundamentals, and system monitoring
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with editorial, production, and engineering teams
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, 24/7 live production environment

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with camera tracking, AR, or virtual set systems
• Experience supporting major live news or sports events
• Mentoring experience with junior engineers or operators
• Experience with Python, APIs, VM or vPod environments, Windows Server, Linux, or SMPTE 2110 workflows