Broadcast Engineer — Live TV IT & On-Call Support

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a Broadcast Engineer in Oklahoma City. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting broadcast systems while supporting the News Department. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a broadcast environment and possess strong IT/networking skills. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage tight deadlines. This is a full-time position with on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a broadcast environment or related field.
• Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and daily maintenance/troubleshooting of broadcast systems.
• Support the News Department during newscasts and breaking news.
• Respond to help desk tickets and calls.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IT/networking skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Quick learning

Education

Degree in a technical related field

Tools

Avid editing systems

Job description

KOCB/KOKH Fox 25 has an excellent opportunity for a Broadcast Engineer. The ideal candidate will be involved in the installation, troubleshooting and support of the infrastructure, and systems within the broadcast facility. The candidate must have a passion for broadcast / IT and be comfortable with current media technologies, concepts, and emerging trends.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Installation, configuration, and daily maintenance/troubleshooting of broadcast and computer systems.
• Support the News Department by providing operational support before and during newscasts and during breaking news.
• Knowledge of Avid editing systems a plus
• Provide operational support for end-users; respond to help desk tickets and calls.
• Interface with third party vendors and support technicians.
• Lead, execute, and complete projects as directed by management.
• Adhere to Sinclair policies and best practices in a broadcast environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a broadcast environment or related field
• Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
• Be willing to expand their knowledge with emerging broadcast industry concepts/technologies.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Be a self-starter and able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as a part of a diverse team.
• Demonstrate the ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• A degree in a technical related field, appropriate certifications, and/or equivalent experience.
• This position may be subject to 24 hour on-call including weekends and holidays.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found atwww.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.