Video Engineer
Video Engineer — The Chat Room Podcast Studio (Miami Beach)
The Chat Room Podcast Studio is seeking a highly detail-oriented and technically proficient Video Engineer to manage in-studio recordings and ensure seamless production across all podcast shoots. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring all audio, video, and live-switching equipment to deliver high-quality content for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate all studio equipment, including cameras, lighting, Blackmagic switcher, RODECaster, and Mac systems
• Ensure all cameras are properly connected, framed (using rule of thirds), and recording with correct settings (29.97 fps, 1/60 shutter, appropriate aperture)
• Manage live switching and recording when required, including SSD and switcher recording workflows
• Set up and monitor audio, including microphone placement, sound checks, and level balancing to ensure clean, non-peaking audio
• Prepare studio environments across multiple sets (Ocean Set and others), including lighting setup and monitor configuration
• Oversee teleprompter setup and operation when needed, including script loading and adjustments
• Support remote recordings (e.g., Riverside), including camera, audio, and monitor routing for virtual interviews
• Ensure all recording media (SD cards, SSDs) are properly inserted, have sufficient storage, and are functioning
• Monitor recordings in real time to ensure all systems are capturing properly (cameras, audio, switcher)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready studio environment
Qualifications:
• Experience with multi-camera video production and live switching (Blackmagic preferred)
• Strong understanding of camera settings, framing, and lighting
• Proficiency in audio setup and monitoring (RODECaster or similar systems)
• Familiarity with podcast production workflows and studio environments
• Detail-oriented with the ability to troubleshoot quickly under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with clients/talent
What We’re Looking For:
Someone who is proactive, calm under pressure, and obsessive about details. This role is critical to ensuring every session runs smoothly and that clients have a seamless, professional experience in the studio.