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Brian Schiff
Broadcast Engineer/Technology Professional
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Dynamic Broadcast Engineer with extensive experience at USAGM / The Voice of America, excelling in system integration and technical troubleshooting. Proven leader in supervising teams and enhancing equipment maintenance processes, ensuring seamless operations. Adept in IP networking and effective communication, delivering innovative solutions that safeguard uninterrupted transmissions.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Broadcast Engineer
USAGM / The Voice of America
08.1992 - Current
- Designed, Built and Maintained Radio and Television Studios, Control Rooms and Master Control Areas.
- Made System Upgrades to audio and video automatic recording and playback servers.
- Worked with venders to install and update Evertz IP Audio Router System and Radio Master Control area.
- Installed Autoscript IP based prompters on studio cameras, designed and 3D printed sensor mounts.
- Safeguarded uninterrupted transmission channels with diligent monitoring of signal paths with swift resolution of problems.
- Performed routine scheduled maintenance of all broadcast equipment in Master Control Rooms, Studios and Network distribution areas.
Radio Maintenance Supervisor
USAGM / The Voice of America
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 12 employees and scheduled shifts for 24 / 7 schedules.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development and training opportunities.
- Ordered equipment, parts and worked with venders for repairs authorizations.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering And Technology
05-1982
AutoCAD Level I & II Drafting in 2D & 3D
Fusion 360 Design for 3D Printing
Skills
- CCTV camera operations
- Team leadership
- IP networking
- Effective communication techniques
- Audio mixing techniques
- Technical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance know-how
- Video compression techniques
- System integration experience
- Live event support
Accomplishments
Received Voice of America Gold Medal Award 2016
Received Voice of America Silver Medal Award 2003
Received Voice of America Superior Accomplishment Award 2003, 2004, 2007, 2010, 2011, 2014 - 2016.
Received Excellence in Programming Award 2002
Certification
- Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)
- CPR/AED Certification
- 2023-05-24 Essentials of IP Media for Broadcasters: VOA (SMPTE)
- 2023-05-31 Understanding SMPTE ST 2110: VOA (SMPTE)
Work Availability
monday
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evening
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Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteHybridSoftware
Microsoft Word
Adobe Premiere
Adobe Photoshop / Gimp
Wheatstone Navigator
Dalet
Interests
Kyudo
Road Cycling
Timeline
Radio Maintenance Supervisor - USAGM / The Voice of America
04.2017 - 06.2017
Broadcast Engineer - USAGM / The Voice of America
08.1992 - Current
Mercer County Community College - Associate of Science, Electrical Engineering And Technology
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