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Mario Viescas

@marioviescas

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Broadcast engineer specializing in TV/digital transmission, system diagnostics, and FCC-compliant media operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a broadcast-focused team where I can keep transmission and production systems running reliably, deliver strong diagnostics and troubleshooting, and support FCC compliance and technology upgrades in a fast-paced environment.

I’m a Broadcast Engineer who installs, maintains, and repairs TV/Digital production, transmission, and computer-based equipment. At KFMB / TEGNA, I provided technical support, performed system diagnostics, ensured FCC compliance, and supported new technology integration in a fast-paced media environment.

Previously, I helped McKinnon Broadcasting (KUSI) keep seamless TV and digital production running by installing, maintaining, and optimizing transmission and computer-based systems. Earlier, as a Sr. Broadcast Engineer at the UCSD TV Media Lab, I managed broadcast equipment, two production studios, and media lab operations, while training and supervising students in pre- and post-production workflows using Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Broadcast Engineer

TEGNA, KFMB

Sep 2019 - Jan 2025 (5 years 4 months)

Installed, maintained, and repaired TV/digital production, transmission, and computer-based equipment for KFMB. Provided technical support and system diagnostics, ensured FCC compliance, and supported new technology integration.

Troubleshooting Maintenance Optimization Installation Configuration Collaboration Reliability Efficiency Digital Production FCC Technology Integration

Broadcast Engineer

McKinnon Broadcasting, KUSI

Mar 2016 - Sep 2019 (3 years 6 months)

Installed, maintained, and optimized transmission and computer-based systems to support seamless TV and digital production at KUSI. Provided technical support and system diagnostics, maintained FCC compliance, and set up and maintained satellite uplinks.

Troubleshooting Maintenance Optimization Installation Configuration Collaboration Reliability Efficiency Digital Production FCC Satellite Uplink

Senior Broadcast Engineer

UCSD TV Media Lab

Aug 2011 - May 2014 (2 years 9 months)

Managed broadcast equipment, media labs, and two production studios for UCSD’s Communications and Visual Arts Department. Trained and supervised students in pre- and post-production workflows and supported film and broadcast production using Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite.

Troubleshooting Maintenance Optimization Installation Configuration Collaboration Reliability Efficiency Broadcast Equipment Management MediaLab Training Post Production Workflows Final Cut Pro Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Saddleback Community College

Associate of Fine Arts, Fine Arts

1979 - 1981

Activities and societies: Hands-on projects and studio work across visual and performing arts; collaborated on exhibitions/performances; developed teamwork and artistic vision through critique sessions.

Earned an Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) with a foundation in visual and performing arts, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, graphic design, music, and theater. Built creative and technical skills through hands-on studio projects, art history, collaborations on exhibitions/performances, and critique sessions.