Assistant Hub Manager

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Indianapolis is seeking an on-site Assistant Manager to lead day-to-day operations of a large-scale 24/7 broadcast facility serving stations across the company.

The ideal candidate has Master Control and multi-station hub experience, with a strong grasp of signal flow, automation, and high-volume workflows. Responsibilities include supervising Hub Operations staff, scheduling, performance coaching, and aiding in hiring.

Qualifications

• Requires supervision of Hub Operations staff in a multi-station broadcast hub environment.
• Extensive knowledge of multi-station television master control operations.
• Knowledge of FCC regulations related to master control operations.
• Ability to manage a large staff in a fast-paced, 24/7 broadcast operation.
• Experience with Florical automation systems including playout and ingest operations preferred.
• Experience with multi-node Telestream Vantage Transcoding systems.
• Must understand complicated workflows.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform installation/maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and training to Hub Operations staff in a multi-station broadcast hub environment.
• Coordinate and approve time off requests and staff scheduling guidance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching or counseling as needed.
• Participate in interview and hiring processes for new hires.
• Ensure employees follow policies and procedures.
• Guide and track live event requirements and execution.
• Provide input for equipment and personnel future planning.
• Ensure hub and station compliance with FCC requirements.
• Understand broadcast equipment and signal flow.
• Communicate effectively with stations, hubs, and departments to meet needs.
• Provide timely communication to the Master Control Hub Manager about issues.

Skills

Staff supervision

FCC regulations knowledge

Broadcast operations

Workflow analysis

Communication

Scheduling

Interviewing/hiring

Tools

Florical automation systems

Telestream Vantage

Playout and ingest systems

Job description

Nexstar Media Group has an opening for an on-site Assistant Manager in our Indianapolis Broadcast Operations Center. The Assistant Manager will report directly to the Hub Manager and have responsibility for the day-to-day operations of a large scale 24/7 broadcast facility servicing television stations across the Company. The ideal candidate will have prior Master Control experience with large team supervision and high station count hub operations. They will also have a high-level understanding of broadcast signal flow, automation systems, high volume media workflows, and strong computer skills.

The ideal candidate will:

• Provide direct supervision and training to Hub Operations staff in a multi-station broadcast hub environment.
• Coordinate and approve time off requests and provide guidance for staff scheduling.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching or counseling as needed.
• Participate in the interview and hiring process for new hires.
• Ensure employees are following policies and procedures.
• Guide and track live event requirements and execution.
• Provide input for equipment and personnel future planning.
• Ensure hub and station compliance with FCC requirements.
• Have an understanding of broadcast equipment and signal flow.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with stations, hubs, and other departments to ensure the hub and station needs are met in a timely manner.
• Provide timely and effective communication to the Master Control Hub Manager of all issues affecting the Hub.

Requirements:

• Prior supervisory experience in a multi-station Master Control Hub environment.
• Extensive knowledge of multi-station television master control operations.
• Knowledge of FCC regulations related to master control operations.
• The ability to effectively manage a large staff in a fast paced, 24/7 broadcast operation.
• Experience with Florical automation systems including playout and ingest operations preferred.
• Experience with multi-node Telestream Vantage Transcoding systems.
• The ability to understand complicated workflows.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs, be able to bend, squat and kneel in order to install and maintain equipment.
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time while monitoring operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.