Originally streamed October 16, 2025
Join Kirk Harnack and Bryan Jones for the webinar “From Novice to Ninja: Commanding Computer‑Based Broadcast Equipment & Systems,” where you’ll dive into the landscape of modern broadcast IT. You’ll explore the general classes of computer‑based infrastructure – from opaque appliances to PCs, workstations, and servers – and understand the role each type plays in your facility. We define these categories and highlight how their architectures impact performance and maintenance. By session’s end, you’ll gain the confidence to manage and maintain the systems under your care. Finally, we cover practical device configuration tips and proven troubleshooting workflows to keep your signal flowing smoothly.
Instructors
Kirk Harnack, CBRE, CBNE, Senior Solutions Consultant, Telos Alliance
Kirk Harnack brings 40 years of hands-on experience in broadcast engineering and education to his position as senior solutions consultant at the Telos Alliance. His expertise in putting technology to work in broadcast facilities has driven notable expansion in audio over IP, VoIP for broadcast, audio processing and other new technology adoption by content creators.
Kirk maintains an active, hands-on-role in broadcast engineering through his positions as a partner and VP-engineering of South Seas Broadcasting, Inc., Delta Radio, LLC, and Kaua’i Broadcast Partners, totaling 14 AM and FM radio stations. He is a broadcast meteorologist (WSMV, Nashville), fixed-wing private pilot, FAA Part 107 SUAS pilot and licensed General Class Amateur Radio operator (KD5FYD). He has served on the SBE Board of Directors and is program chair of SBE Chapter 103 in Nashville.
Kirk founded and hosts the internet video netcast This Week in Radio Tech (TWiRT). The one-hour weekly video netcast features regular contributors and guests from the world of radio engineering.
Bryan Jones, Senior Support Engineer, Telos Alliance
Bryan Jones is a senior support engineer at the Telos Alliance, a role he has held since 2012. Bryan has been managing computer-based broadcast equipment and systems since 1995. With decades of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting complex broadcast infrastructures, he has guided countless stations through every stage of adopting and mastering modern technology. Bryan specializes in IP-audio, Livewire, Axia, and custom network monitoring solutions, helping broadcasters transition from novice operators to confident masters of complex broadcast technology.
SBE Recertification Credit
The completion of a webinar from Webinars by SBE qualifies for 1 credit, identified under Category I of the Recertification Schedule for SBE Certifications.
Registration and Pricing
This webinar will be approximately 90 minutes long.
SBE Members: $90
MemberPlus Members: Free
Non-Members: $120
Questions?
If you have questions regarding this course, contact Cathy Orosz via email or by phone at 317-846-9000.
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