IT Studio Engineer

Zimmerman is seeking a IT Studio Support Engineer to support and maintain the technology platforms that power the organization’s broadcast production, studio operations, and media environments.

This specialized role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and seamless integration of audiovisual and IT systems that support content creation, live productions, executive communications, and enterprise-wide media initiatives.

The successful candidate will oversee the design, implementation, support, and optimization of video control rooms, editing suites, digital media workflows, and live-streaming platforms.

They will work closely with production, creative, facilities, and IT teams to deliver highly available, scalable, and resilient solutions that meet the demands of fast-paced, mission-critical production environments.

The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in both AV and IT technologies, with experience supporting broadcast systems, media infrastructure, networking, streaming platforms, and studio operations.

They must be capable of troubleshooting complex technical issues under pressure while maintaining exceptional service levels and operational continuity.

This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who can evaluate emerging technologies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure Zimmerman’s media production environments remain innovative, reliable, and aligned with business objectives.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively in high-visibility, time-sensitive situations are essential for success.

• Manage, patch, and maintain high-performance audio/video systems, including editing workstations across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments, as well as rendering and broadcast server infrastructure.
• Live Operations Support: Provide rapid-response technical support during mission-critical events, executive broadcasts, and live webcasts, ensuring uninterrupted performance and minimal downtime.
• Infrastructure Management: Support and maintain wired and wireless communication systems, intercom platforms, and specialized media signal workflows, including SDI, NDI, and IP-based video transport technologies.
• Studio Development: Contribute to the design, build-out, and ongoing support of studio environments, including video walls, control rooms, conference spaces, and integrated media production systems.