From April 1 to May 31, 2020, the Society of Broadcast Engineers conducted its fifth annual compensation survey to determine salary levels and benefits among broadcast and media technology engineers. This survey provides a wealth of useful information, and it adds to the baseline being developed for subsequent surveys to establish compensation trends.
The complete results of the survey are available at no charge to SBE members as a benefit of membership. It can be accessed through the SBE Bookstore. SBE members will login to view and download the report.
The survey included 24 questions that gathered information about job titles, broadcast market size and compensation in dollars and offered benefits. SBE membership was not required to take the survey. About the survey, SBE President Wayne Pecena, CPBE, 8-VSB, AMD, DRB, CBNE, said, “We rely on technical people in the industry to participate so we can provide the most meaningful data. The SBE appreciates the input of those who took the time to complete the survey.”
While all responses remained anonymous, demographic data collected included market size, job category/title, age, years working in broadcasting, salary, benefits received, and any certification held. The data is split into radio or TV and radio results, with greater detail on job category and market size. President Pecena added, “There’s a great deal of information provided in the survey. I hope all SBE members will take advantage of the information and apply it to their situation.”
SBE members can access the survey through the SBE Bookstore. SBE login is required to open the file.
