DTV Group

Positions Job description Certification

Designer Creative concept, artistic vision, sound-
scape architect. Interface with program
producer to develop the overall audio plan
including design parameters.
Consultant Independent party providing insight or
evaluation of a process, concept, or design
Director Carry out creative vision of the Designer &
Producer, guide the production by
combining and sequencing individual
elements into a cohesive, moving scene.
Engineer, Commentary Design & specification, system architecture 2 years active experience &
Systems of Commentary equipment and systems, Engineer certification
including Commentator microphones, IFB,
talkback and monitoring equipment.
Extensive knowledge of audio and
transmission formats such as ISDN, IP, and
other transmission methodologies. Specify,
configure and verify performance to
specifications. Design and develop
monitoring and maintenance parameters to
ensure system performance to design
specifications. Directo or perform
troubleshooting and repair of systems.
Engineer, Communications Design & specification, system architecture 2 years active experience &
Systems of Communications equipment and systems. Engineer certification
Systems include intercom, ifb, coordination
circuits, telephone hybrids, ISDN, RVON
and VOIP circuits. . Specify, configure and
verify performance to specifications.
Design and develop monitoring and
maintenance parameters to ensure system
performance to design specifications.
Directo or perform troubleshooting and
repair of systems.
Engineer, Fellow Board appointment
Engineer, Distribution Design, specification, & architecture of 2 years active experience &
audio routing and distribution systems, Engineer certification
oversees troubleshooting & repair. In depth
knowledge of audio and transport formats. .
Specify, configure and verify performance
to specifications. Design and develop
monitoring and maintenance parameters to
ensure system performance to design
specifications. Directo or perform
troubleshooting and repair of systems.
Engineer, In Charge Lead design & development, systems 5 years active experience &
architecture, leads troubleshooting & repair. Engineer certification
Overall responsibility of all engineering
functions.
Engineer, Mix (A1) Specification, development and oversight of 5 years active experience &
mixing desk configuration, microphone and Engineer certification
monitoring selection and deployment, audio
signal flow of the mixing in accordance
with creative vision. Overall responsibility
 for all audio functions.
Deep understanding of mixing console
architecture and production signal flow.
Extensive knowledge of audio formats and
auxiliary audio equipment. . Specify,
configure and verify performance to
specifications. Design and develop
monitoring and maintenance parameters to
ensure system performance to design
specifications. Directo or perform
troubleshooting and repair of systems.
Engineer, RF Design, specification & development of General Class FCC Radio-
radio frequency systems architecture, telephone endorsement
troubleshooting & repair. Development of 5 years active experience and
the frequency coordination and RF Engineer certification
installation plans that safeguard the
production as well as other spectrum users.
RF systems include wireless microphones,
IFB and talkback, radio and intercoms,
wireless controls and spectrum
management. Extensive knowledge of RF
transmission principles and SBE and FCC
spectrum policy. . Specify, configure and
verify performance to specifications.
Design and develop monitoring and
maintenance parameters to ensure system
performance to design specifications.
Directo or perform troubleshooting and
repair of systems.
Engineer, Senior 10 years active experience &
Senior certification

Engineer, Master 20 years active experience &

Senior Engineer certification
Engineer-In-Training 2-5 years active experience
without Engineer certification
Manager, Technical Oversee and manage the project/event
including budget, schedule, conflict
resolution, technical standards &
management reporting.
Liaison between production and technical
staff and coordinate proper equipment and
manpower planning to production and
budget guidelines. Oversee the proper
deployment of systems within company,
governmental and industry guidelines.
Producer Story line development and prioritization,
budget oversight. Talent and Sales
management.
Technician, Audio (A2) Set up and testing of external cabling,
microphones, IFB and intercom stations,
monitoring and courtesy feeds.
Deployment of intercom and IFB systems
under the direction of the A1. Coordinate
and carry out cable and signal management
system to ensure proper performance of
audio systems. Select and deploy
microphones and pick up elements in
accordance with the audio plan. Interface
 with arena and vendor staff to ensure the
proper exchange of signals and signal
levels.
Technician, Commentary Set up and testing of audio systems with
Systems concentration on commentary equipment
and distribution of the commentary signals.
Technician, Set up and programming of intercom and
Communications Systems communications systems including IFB,
wireless intercoms, talkback and telephone
systems. Interface intercom systems into
radio communications and tally systems.
Coordinate with cabling and set up with
other technicians. Maintain, troubleshoot
and repair of telephone, intercom and
communications systems.
Technician, Distribution Installation, set up and maintenance of
audio distribution systems including
distribution amplifiers, format converters,
sample rate converters, analog-to-digital
and digital-to-analog converters, routing
and switching systems. Signal level and
synchronization monitoring and adjustment.
Technician, Fiber Deployment, installation, set up,
maintenance and repair of fiber optic
systems. Performs fiber repair and
terminations and monitors system
performance using fiber optic system tools.
Knowledge of fiber performance
characteristics and troubleshooting
techniques.
Technician, Mix Operation of mixing desk, set up and testing
of effects and auxiliary equipment. Cable
and signal installation and management for
system performance to design
specifications. Set up and calibration of
monitors and equipment to design
specifications under supervision of Engineer
(A1).
Technician, RF Installation, repair & maintenance of radio General Class FCC Radio-
equipment and systems, operation of telephone certificate or SBE
equipment, performs under supervision of Certified Radio Operator
Engineer. Set up and maintain RF systems
and antenna aiming and ensure the proper
set up of splitters and filters to prevent the
generation of IM artifacts. Ensure proper
deployment and placement of RF systems
such as wireless mics, IFBs, talkbacks, and
wireless intercom systems. Performs under
supervision of Engineer.
Utility, Audio (A3) Assist with installation, set up, repair and Experience in audio and related
maintenance of audio equipment and fields or Technician
systems, performs under supervision of A1 certification without experience
and A2.
Duties include: microphone selection and
deployment, cabling and cable management,
intercom and talkback systems. Assist in
the set up of mixer and monitoring systems
under the supervision of Technician or
Engineer.
Utility, Fiber Assist with installation, deployment, repair
and maintenance of fiber optic cable, cable
management, interconnect, splicing and
termination. Performs under supervision of
Technician or Engineer.
Utility, RF Assists with deployment, installation, set up
and maintenance of RF systems and
antennas. Performs tasks as directed by
Technician or Engineer.
Experience in audio and fiber
optic systems or Technician
certification without experience
Experience in audio and radio
systems or Technician
certification without experience

Certified Radio Operator (CRO) and Certified Television Operator (CTO)

Because Certified Radio Operator and Certified Television Operator are operator certifications (rather than
engineering certifications), they are administered in a unique way, through the study of a certification handbook and
completion of a test based on that material.

SBE Certification is not an FCC requirement. Nevertheless, it is evidence of an individual’s qualifications to serve
as an operator at a broadcast station and will certainly be useful when seeking employment or advancement. Each
radio and television station has its own policies and procedures, and many have a written station manual. However,
the FCC Rules and basic operator procedures apply to all stations. The Certification Handbook for Radio Operators
and the Television Operator’s Certification Handbook fill the needs of broadcast stations and operators today.

The SBE Radio and Television Operator Certifications are a great way to demonstrate to a prospective employer that
you have acquired the basic knowledge to operate a radio or television station and comply with FCC Rules and
Regulations. SBE member engineers are encouraged to help promising newcomers by giving advice and directions.

The Certified Broadcast Technologist Exam: Exams are three hours and consist of 50 multiple-choice questions
relating to either AM/FM or TV. Each exam is computer-selected from a pool of questions, and every exam is
unique. Each correct answer will be worth two (2) points. The Broadcast Technologist multiple choice examination
will consist of questions on:

• electronic fundamentals
• FCC rules pertaining to operating tolerances
• safety

The Certified Audio or Certified Video Engineer Exam: Exams are three hours, consist of 50 multiple-choice
questions relating to either audio or video, covering the equivalent of five (5) years experience. Each exam is
computer-selected from a pool of questions, and every exam is unique. Each correct answer will be worth two (2)
points. The Audio/Video Engineer multiple choice examination will consist of questions on:

• operating practices
• problems
• theory
• safety

The Certified Broadcast Engineer Exam: Exams are three hours and consist of 50 multiple-choice questions
relating to either AM/FM or TV, covering the equivalent of five (5) years experience. Each exam is computer-
selected from a pool of questions, and every exam is unique. Each correct answer will be worth two (2) points. The
Broadcast Engineer multiple choice examination will consist of questions on:

• safety
• problems
• operating practices
• theory
NOTE: The Certified Broadcast Engineer certificate will carry space for a special designation in either AM/FM or
TV. The candidate may take the Broadcast Engineer examination by meeting the experience requirement either in
AM/FM or TV or in both fields of specialization. Satisfactory passing of one or more of these classes will permit the
person to attach the respective designation(s) to the certificate. Designations will be by examination only.

The Certified Senior Broadcast Engineer Exam: Exams are three hours and consist of 50 multiple-choice
questions relating to either AM/FM or TV, covering the equivalent of 10 years experience at a responsible level.
Each exam is computer-selected from a pool of questions, and every exam is unique. Each question is worth two (2)
points. One essay-type question will be selected for each designation. Each essay question is worth 20 points. The
Senior Broadcast Engineer multiple-choice examination will consist of questions on:

• operating practices
• safety
• theory
• problems
• supervision and management

NOTE: The Certified Senior Broadcast Engineer certificate will carry space for a special designation in either
AM/FM or TV. The candidate may take the Senior Broadcast Engineer examination by meeting the experience
requirement either in AM/FM or TV or in both fields of specialization. Satisfactory passing of one or more of these
classes will permit the person to attach the respective designation(s) to the certificate. Designations will be by
examination only.

The candidate for Certified Professional Broadcast Engineer must have at least 20 years of professional broadcast
engineering or related technologies experience in radio and/or television, exclusive of any educational credit.
Because the CPBE requires twenty years of professional experience in broadcast engineering, educational credits
will not be counted toward that total. CPBE candidates must verify 20 years of compensated professional experience
excluding educational credits. The candidate must presently be certified on the Senior Broadcast Engineer level
unless registered as a professional electrical engineer in the U.S., Canada, or any other jurisdiction with a
reciprocity agreement with the U.S. Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology, Inc. (ABET).

The candidate must submit evidence satisfactory to the Committee that he or she has the appropriate engineering
background, experience and training. The candidate must demonstrate a degree of knowledge and participation in
one or more of (but not limited to) the following:

1. Maintenance
2. Systems Design
3. Management or Supervision
4. Continuing Education

A registered Professional Electrical Engineer’s license (as stated above) will count as four (4) years. However, if
you are a registered Professional Electrical Engineer and meet the 20 years of service in broadcast or related
technology, you may obtain Professional Broadcast Engineer Certification without taking a test.

The candidate must have three (3) letters of reference. Two (2) must be from Certified Professional Broadcast
Engineers, Certified Senior Broadcast Engineers or Registered Professional Electrical Engineers (as stated above).
At least one letter of reference must be from a person who has supervised his/her work. This person does not
necessarily have to be certified; however, if he or she is certified at one of the above-mentioned levels, that reference
will be counted as two (2) letters. The required letters of reference, written specifically for the 20-year certification
level, must accompany the application. In addition to the completed application form, a resume attached to the
application is most helpful to the National Certification Committee in reviewing the application. You must also
submit a statement showing why you believe your professional experience, educational background and training
qualifies you for certification under this provision of the Certification Program.

The review procedure for Professional Broadcast Engineer certification will be the same as that used for
recertification. The application for CPBE will be reviewed by the SBE Local Chapter Certification Committee
before final evaluation by the National Certification Committee.