Broadcast Engineer

A Broadcast Engineer manages and maintains the technical equipment used in radio and television broadcasting. You might work for a media company, broadcast station, or production studio. Broadcast Engineers focus on ensuring the smooth operation of broadcast systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and conducting routine maintenance. You’ll monitor signal quality, adjust equipment settings, and coordinate with production teams to support live and recorded broadcasts.

Broadcast Engineers play a critical role in delivering high-quality broadcasts to audiences. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and technically proficient, with strong problem-solving skills. You’ll work closely with production staff and other engineers to ensure seamless and reliable broadcasting operations.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $88,400
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a broadcast engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) (Honours)

On Campus
4 years
$35,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UEE62122

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

On Campus
3 - 24 months
$0 - $25,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media

Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 24 months
$0 - $18,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Engineering (Telecommunications Engineering)

On Campus
18 - 24 months
$0 - $71,520
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Broadcast Engineer
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)

Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $21,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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