Broadcast Engineer – Newsroom Tech & IT Support

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KECI in Missoula, MT seeks a Broadcast Engineer to install, troubleshoot, and support broadcast and computer systems within a dynamic facility. You will support the News Department before and during newscasts and during breaking news, with Avid editing knowledge considered a plus.

The role requires strong IT/networking skills, a proactive, team-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. A technical degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a broadcast environment or related field.
• Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
• Be willing to expand knowledge with emerging broadcast concepts/technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Self-starter, able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and deadlines.
• A technical degree, appropriate certifications, and/or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and daily maintenance/troubleshooting of broadcast and computer systems.
• Support the News Department by providing operational support before and during newscasts and breaking news.
• Knowledge of Avid editing systems is 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.

Job description

KECI in Missoula, MT seeks a Broadcast Engineer to install, troubleshoot, and support broadcast and computer systems within a dynamic facility. You will support the News Department before and during newscasts and during breaking news, with Avid editing knowledge considered a plus.

The role requires strong IT/networking skills, a proactive, team-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. A technical degree or equivalent experience is preferred.