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APRIL MEETING
Monday April 9, 2007

Refreshments:  6:30 PM        Meeting:  7:30 PM

The April Section meeting will feature another in our irregular series of "State of the Section" discussions.  It has been almost two years since the last open forum. This conversation provides an opportunity for members and guests to comment on the programs, activities and direction over the past two years. With elections coming up and the change in leadership, this is a useful means for section officers to gather information that will help guide the Atlanta section in the future.  Topics for discussion will include subjects and issues that we should or could address in future programs, the role of the Section in the local industry, the role of the national SMPTE organization and its relationship with the local Section, and any other topics of interest.  We are fortunate as a Section to have a number of members who have served or are currently serving in roles with SMPTE who can both bring insight and carry our message to SMPTE headquarters.  Please join us for this important and useful session. Bring a Colleague.

Hosted by Turner Broadcasting
** 1060 Building **

Barbecue Provided By:
BIS

Please Sign Up Online
Proceed to the 1000 Building
Security Point for Badges and
Then Walk Over to the 1060
Building for the Meeting

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SBE

SBE Chapter 5
&
The Georgia Association of Broadcasters
are proud to present the
ENNES Broadcast Engineering Seminar

June 8th, 2007 as part of the GAB Summer Convention
Note: Information on this program can be found here


Thanks...


Panasonic

For an excellent presentation by Steve Mahrer and to
Steve and Jimmy McGinnis for sponsoring our barbecue dinner.
More information on Panasonic P2 and AVC-I products can be
found at their website

Job Openings - Last Updated March 13, 2007

Job Opening - Crawford

Maintenance Engineer
Crawford Communications
Atlanta, GA

Description:  The position is for a video maintenance engineer.  General duties would be maintaining the general video/ audio and support equipment for the post-production department at Crawford with an emphasis on Sony DigiBeta and general VTR repair. The position is for a day shift engineer though there may be earlier or later arrival times to perform the usual duties as needed.

Duties: 

  1. Maintain the various video and audio devices in the post-production and duplication areas.  These include the routers, monitors, amplifiers, etc.
  2. Work with the artists and equipment operators to provide support for their activities.
  3. Interface with and for clients as necessary.
  4. Install, connect, and configure equipment as needed.
  5. Take a proactive role in keeping the equipment ready for service.
  6. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: 

  1. Minimum two years of experience in a post-production facility or similar environment.
  2. Some college or technical training in an electronics or related type field.
  3. This is a service company and as such, the candidate must have good interpersonal skills.
  4. Have some experience operating and repairing the usual VTR's and editing platforms and associated equipment commonly used in the professional editing field.                      

Preferences :  

  1. Ability to trouble shoot to component level is a plus.
  2. Be familiar with computers and the usual Office type programs used as well as specific software as relates to video / audio applications.
  3. Any additional knowledge of computer networking or computer operating systems is preferred.  Internet programming may be considered.

Work Environment:  The candidate would repair and support the post-production facility at Crawford.  This position by nature is technical and somewhat challenging and the successful candidate will be expected to perform the technical tasks assigned to them.  Some level of physical activity will be needed to perform these tasks.

To Apply:   Please submit resume to:
Crawford Communications HR Dept.
Attn: Kelly Shaver
3845 Pleasantdale Rd.
Atlanta, GA. 30340
email: kshaver@crawford.com

Job Opening - Crawford

Network Engineer
Crawford Communications
Atlanta, GA

Summary:   The Post Network Engineer will take lead on the installation and maintenance of the post-production networks, backup systems, and non-linear edit systems.  He will be the point person with regard to building, maintaining, and administrating the engineering and production networks throughout the post divisions.

Duties: 

  1. Lead engineer for the installation and maintenance of the post-production networks used though out the post facility. 
  2. Create and maintain the various backup servers and storage devices to ensure the continued data protection of video/audio assets at Crawford Post.
  3. Provide support for other departments needing connections and access to post servers and networks.
  4. Understand and maintain network technical specifications used through out the facility.
  5. Work closely with the VP of post engineering to set priorities and assess network and Post Departmentt information service needs and implementation.
  6. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications: 

  1. At least five years experience in a professional post-production facility.
  2. Some post secondary education in electronic training or related field.
  3. Understanding / operation / maintenance of the various networks, routers, storage systems, fiber links, and ancillary equipment throughout the facility.
  4. Understanding and support of Avid Unity and related components including editing and storage.

Preferences:  

  1. Need to be proactive in recognizing and correcting problems when noticed.
  2. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and clients.
  3. Ability to adjust his schedule to meet the demands of our clients and staff.
  4. Work as a resource to provide solutions for potential new clients seeking Crawford services.

Work Environment:   The nature of this position requires the employee to work in both engineering and office type environments. This position is electronic / technical in nature and has some physical demands with regard to installing and relocating equipment.

To Apply:    Please submit resume to:
Crawford Communications HR Dept.
Attn: Kelly Shaver
3845 Pleasantdale Rd.Atlanta, GA. 30340
email: kshaver@crawford.com

Please bookmark the location of the SMPTE Atlanta Section:

www.Atlanta-SMPTE.org

If you have a topic you would liked to see presented,
or if you would like to host a meeting or present to
the local section, contact Ron Caird

 

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