Professional Senior Video Broadcast Engineer

About this operator

The Professional Senior Video Broadcast Engineer manages the technical side of live video production — operating video switchers, streaming encoders, and broadcast-grade equipment to deliver professional live video output. Senior broadcast engineers handle multi-camera live productions, video routing, signal distribution, and live streaming to platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, or private streaming servers. This engineer is responsible for the broadcast workflow — ensuring clean video switches between cameras, proper streaming encoding, and reliable live output throughout the event.

This is our senior professional tier - capable of commercial multi-cam productions, live streams, and serious event broadcasts. We do not position this operator as an industry expert or award-grade specialist. For national live broadcast, international sports production, or network TV channels, please engage an independent industry specialist directly.

Skills

Equipment they operate

• Video switchers (ATEM, Roland, Blackmagic, Ross)
• Streaming encoders and platforms
• Video signal distribution (SDI, HDMI, fiber)
• Broadcast monitors and multiviewers
• Audio embedding and de-embedding
• Streaming servers and CDN requirements

Responsibilities

• Operating video switcher for multi-camera live production
• Managing live streaming setup and encoding (YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, private streams)
• Video signal routing and distribution
• Coordinating with camera operators and directors
• Monitoring stream quality and technical standards
• Managing broadcast graphics and overlays
• Ensuring reliable live output throughout the event
• Troubleshooting signal and streaming issues in real time

Common use cases

What's included

• 1 × Senior Video Broadcast Engineer (8+ years experience)
• Professional video broadcast operation for client-provided or rented equipment
• Setup and sound check time (included in 8-hour booking)
• 8 hours of coverage

Extra charges (quoted on booking)

• Outstation travel, Quoted on booking (locations outside Colombo district)
• Overtime, 150% of hourly rate per extra hour
• Meals & refreshments, Client arranges for events over 4 hours

Frequently asked

Things to know

• Standard booking covers 8 hours. Overtime is charged at 150% of the hourly rate per additional hour.
• Broadcast engineer provides labor only — cameras, switcher, encoders, and related equipment are rented separately.
• Reliable venue internet (wired, minimum 10 Mbps upload) is required for live streaming. Mobile hotspot backup is strongly recommended.
• Venue power supply (230V) must be available at the broadcast position. Generator rental available separately.
• Setup and sound check time is included in the 8-hour booking — plan event timing accordingly.
• Travel charges apply for locations outside Colombo district.
• Meals and refreshments for the broadcast engineer must be arranged by the client for events exceeding 4 hours.
• Advance booking required — minimum 3 days notice.
• Cancellation within 24 hours of the event forfeits the booking fee.
• For support before or after the event, contact WhatsApp: +94 777 186 500