Information About SMPTE

Next Meeting:

Monday July 10

Refreshments at 6:30 PM
Program at 7:30 PM

Meeting Hosted By Turner Broadcasting

Presentation by

Grid Storage - An Advanced Solution for Data Protection

For many years, RAID protection has been the only widely acknowledged source of data protection in use in the broadcast industry. This presentation will feature a brief tutorial on existing RAID technologies, followed by information on a new approach to the data resiliency problem. Known as “Grid Storage”, this technology offers significant improvements in data protection and delivery. Presented by Mr. Paul Turner.

For the last 3 years, Paul Turner has been Vice President of Product Marketing for Omneon Video Networks. Mr. Turner brings with him over 30 years of experience in the broadcasting industry in Europe and the USA, starting his career as an engineer at the BBC in 1980. Since then he has held Engineering and Senior Management positions both in the USA and the U.K at the Grass Valley Group, Abekas Video Systems, Scitex Digital Video, Sony Electronics and, most recently, Pinnacle Systems.

Turner Broadcasting 1000 Building Multipurpose Room
1000 Techwood Drive, Atlanta, GA  30318

Please contact Zandra Clarke at zandra.clarke@turner.com or (404) 575-5277 to be listed with Security for access to the Techwood Turner campus.

Bring a Colleague

All interested people are invited to this meeting.  While we encourage you
to join SMPTE, you do not have to be a member to attend

SBE Seminar

In August, our local SBE is offering an in-depth seminar on 8-VSB.
Two days of knowledge will be imparted in one and a half days
of seminar. An excellent opportunity! Visit
the Local SBE Website for details.

Congratulations to Next Year's Officers:

Ron Caird (Pathfire) - Chapter Chair
Zandra Clarke (Turner Networks) - Secretary/Treasurer

Starting a Two Year Term as Manager:
Jack Gary (Turner Networks)
Brad Gilmer (Gilmer & Associates)
Doug Keltz (Tektronix)

Continuing to Serve as Manager:
T.J. Scott (Thomson)
Mickey Kroll (Azcar)
Dick Perin (Turner)

Also Continuing to Serve:
Dan Burnett (Tandberg Television) - Membership Chair
James Wilson (BTG) - Program Coordinator

Thanks to Ryad Kahale from

for June's meeting and the barbecue

Thanks to WGCL, Channel 46, for hosting the meeting:
Steve Flanagan Director of Engineering
April Smith, Engineer
Mark Martin, Engineer
Gene Dawson, Engineer
Dave Wertheimer, Manager of News Operations

Job Opening - Turner Broadcasting

Broadcast / IT Support Engineer
Turner Broadcasting - CNN
Atlanta, GA

Qualifications: Two to four year technical degree, preferably electronics or computer engineering (or equivalent education/experience/training). Demonstrated knowledge of computer desktop hardware and applications. Specific certifications may be required to work on proprietary equipment/systems (e.g., AVID). Excellent customer service skills with attention to detail. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task in a high-stress environment. A sense of urgency in solving customer requests to ensure timely resolution is critical. Strong verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with customers, peers, and vendors. Demonstrated ability to work in a team based environment to ensure 24x7x365 support for our customers. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing and solving complex technical problems. Demonstrated self-starter and shows interest in accomplishing goals and developing new strategies.

Duties: This professional provides maintenance, installation and user support in all technical areas of a of a 24x7x365 news and/or entertainment production environment where a physical touch is necessary, including equipment that must be taken to the shop or sent outside for repair/replacement. Performs hardware/equipment/peripherals support for desktop PCs, telecommunications equipment, newsroom and automation systems, data and LAN infrastructure, and TV broadcasting systems (including control rooms, studios, T.O.C., cameras and feeds/edit systems). Shift work on a rotating schedule may be necessary to meet the needs of our customers. Monitor and adjust broadcast systems to meet accepted broadcast standards using diagnostic tools such as SDI scopes, audio/data analyzers, and other equipment. Provide on-site user support for newsroom systems and desktop PCs, including installation, problem correction, removal/replacement, or other tasks as necessary to ensure continuation of customer work productivity and/or on-air transmission. Perform component-level repair of broadcast equipment (cameras, VTRs, audio mixers, lighting gear, monitors, two-way radios, etc.). Perform board-level repair of computing equipment (motherboards, interface cards, hard drives, etc.). Participate on broadcast technology design or redesign projects with complex, leading-edge technology in an increasingly digital environment. May participate on server/network installation projects as required. Document quality standards, system anomalies, operational procedures, reference materials, and project work.

Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

To Apply: Apply online at Time Warner

Job Opening - Turner Broadcasting

Senior Broadcast Engineer
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta, GA

Qualifications: Five or more years Broadcast Maintenance Engineer experience or equivalent. Two year technical degree. Bachelor of Science or Associate degree. PC support skills, networking troubleshooting and IT skills required. Electronic component level repair skills required. PC or MAC support certified. Networking certification. IT support certification. Strong CAD skills required. Strong verbal and written skills. Strong organizational skills. Strong documentation skills. Ability to prioritize and multitask in a high stress environment. Demonstrated ability to work with a team based environment. Must have good mentoring and coaching skills. Must be willing to train. Strong project skills. Must be highly motivated to learn new emerging television technologies and broaden knowledge of existing systems. Must have a good understanding of system design and be able to create and follow flow drawings. Must have an in-depth knowledge of broadcast systems operations. Must have an in-depth operational knowledge of broadcast systems. Must be a highly motivated person able to move a project from concept to on air in a timely fashion. Ability to track and resolve system issues on developing systems.

Duties: This FULL PROFESSIONAL in the broadcast engineering job family is tasked with timely and professional support of a fast-paced 24x7x365 news and entertainment audio/video production environment. Individuals in this job have fully demonstrated the skills, knowledge, and competencies necessary to perform tasks such as dubbing, quality control, and component-level maintenance of broadcast and/or satellite and receiving equipment. Shift work on a rotating schedule and travel to remote locations may be necessary to meet the needs of our customers. Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated digital, audio and video broadcast and television and/or radio studio systems at local and remote sites. Participate on broadcast technology or design and projects. Provide 24x7 broadcast technical support, including repair at the component level. Document quality standards, systems anomalies, operational procedures, reference materials, and project work. May act in lead role on small projects.


Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

To Apply: Apply online at Time Warner

Broadcast Engineer
WSOC/WAXN-TV-DT
Charlotte, NC

Job Description:

We are in search of an experienced Broadcast Engineer who can repair and maintain studio and transmission equipment with an emphasis on transmitter site facilities. You will assist with the design, documentation and execution of television system projects across various technology disciplines. This person will have primary responsibility for maximizing uptime by performing repairs and preventive maintenance on digital and analog transmission facilities. You will perform periodic measurements and recordkeeping to maintain FCC compliance. Secondary duties will include maintenance and repair of studio broadcast equipment and systems. This position requires 24/7 availability by pager.

This position requires extensive experience with high and low power RF transmitters and related systems. Must have demonstrable skills to troubleshoot and make repairs both accurately and timely. Must be thoroughly familiar with relevant FCC regulations. Factory television transmitter training is highly desired. Minimum of an Associate Degree in Electronics Technology. Minimum 10 years of broadcast television experience. SBE certification a plus. Must be a team player and able to work under pressure.

Send cover letter and resume to:

David Siegler, Director of Operations and Engineering
WSOC-TV, Inc.
1901 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28206

Email: jyllel.dickerman@wsoc-tv.com
Website: www.wsoctv.com

Job Opening - The Weather Channel

The Weather Channel is looking for a Broadcast Design Engineer

In Summary:

• Provide broadcast system design and execution of broadcast systems projects integration
• Must have demonstrated ability to do high-level conceptual designs and detailed system designs based on customer requirements
• Accurate costing and estimating of systems as designed
• Meet with project sponsors, leaders, and engineering teams to define scope of work and develop plans
• Work with vendors to obtain accurate quotes and explore options for all current technology available to fulfill the needs
• The Design Engineer serves as a designer, project leader, and consultant
• The Design Engineer must be able to communicate effectively in order to fully understand customer needs and design systems within the budget to fulfill those needs.

You can view the entire posting here. If interested, contact Ronnie Battle at (770) 226-0000 x4060.

Please bookmark the new 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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