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Broadcast Engineer

Media & Communications · Mass Communication Official scale

Design, install, and maintain broadcasting equipment for television and radio stations. Broadcast engineers ensure the technical quality of media productions and manage transmission systems.

Salary Breakdown

$2,803,771 JMD – $3,770,761 JMD
0 - 3 years

Audio-visual production grade MCG/AVP 2 $2,803,771 - $3,770,761 per annum (Ministry of Finance scale, 2025/26).

Estimated Take-Home Pay

Based on the midpoint of the Entry salary range ($3,287,266 JMD), after NIS, NHT, Education Tax, and PAYE.

Est. Net / Month$227,465 JMD
Est. Net / Year$2,729,586 JMD
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Gross (annual)
$3,287,266 JMD
NIS (3%)
−$98,617 JMD
NHT (2%)
−$65,745 JMD
Education Tax
−$71,744 JMD
PAYE Income Tax
−$321,572 JMD
Net (annual)
$2,729,586 JMD

Estimate only — illustrative rates and thresholds, not tax advice. Confirm current figures with Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).

Career Path Roadmap

  1. 1

    High School & CXC Subjects

    Pass CSEC Physics, Information Technology, Mathematics, and English.

    5 years (Forms 1-5)
  2. 2

    Degree/Diploma in Electronic Engineering or Media Technology

    Pursue a BSc in Electronic Engineering (UWI/UTech) or a Diploma in Media Production/AV Technology at HEART institutions.

    3 - 4 years
  3. 3

    Entry-Level AV Assistant

    Start as an AV Assistant (MCG/AVP 1) at a TV or radio station. Learn equipment operation and production workflows.

    1 - 2 years
  4. 4

    Broadcast Engineer

    Progress to MCG/AVP 2-3. Manage transmission systems, maintain studio equipment, and handle technical aspects of productions.

    3 - 5 years
  5. 5

    Senior AV Production Manager

    Move into management (MCG/AVP 4-5). Lead technical departments and oversee broadcast infrastructure.

    5+ years
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Required Education

  • CSEC/CXC Physics, IT, Mathematics, English (minimum 5 subjects)
  • BSc in Electronic Engineering or Diploma in Media Technology

Common Local Certifications

  • HEART/NSTA - NVQ-J Level 2 and Level 3 in Print Media Technology, or broadcast certification - check the register
  • Cisco/CompTIA IT certifications

Where to Train

University of Technology, Jamaica

Kingston & St. Andrew · Public University
Accredited 17 accredited programmes

A recommended place to train as a Broadcast Engineer

University of the West Indies, Mona

Kingston & St. Andrew · Public University
Accredited 12 accredited programmes

A recommended place to train as a Broadcast Engineer

Local Institutions Offering Programs

  • University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) - Electronic Engineering
  • University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech)
  • Edna Manley College - Media Arts
  • HEART/NSTA Trust