Broadcast IT Engineer

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer for our WFRV Local 5 engineering team in Green Bay, WI. The role focuses on maintaining broadcast tech, installing new systems, and ensuring stable operations during events and transmissions.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree in electronics or broadcasting, English fluency, and at least three years of broadcast IT experience, plus strong PC and office software skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Fluency in English and strong written/oral communication.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics in a TV broadcasting environment.
• Proficiency with PCs, office equipment, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
• Installs and tests new systems and infrastructure.
• Minimizes service interruptions by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions.
• Sets up and operates equipment during outside broadcasts.
• Installs and maintains IT network, switches, backups, workstations, and printers.
• Interprets and implements instructions from other station personnel.
• Communicates with engineering and other teams to resolve issues.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Chief Engineer.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Driver's license

PC/MS Office experience

Fiber connectivity knowledge

A/V routing and patching

Production setups

Editing systems knowledge

Broadcast IT equipment experience

Time management

Equipment maintenance

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Computers

Job description

Are you looking for a job where you are not sitting at a desk all day? Have you always found a way to produce solutions to problems, sometimes outside the box? Do you enjoy being a Hands-On person and do you like helping others? Then you will fit right in as part of WFRV Local 5’s Engineering team. WFRV needs a Broadcast IT Engineer who is an energetic and enthusiastic person, who is ready to join our team!

Key responsibilities, attributes, and characteristics include:

• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
• Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
• Minimizes service interruptions at times of equipment and/or system failure by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions.
• Sets up and operates equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts.
• Installs and maintains the IT network, switches, data backups, workstations and printers.
• Interprets and implements instructions and requests from other station personnel.
• Communicates with members of the engineering team and other teams to effectively resolve equipment and system issues.
• Work with other departments during special events as needed.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This full-time position reports to the Chief Engineer.

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.
• Strong PC/MS Office experience.
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems.
• Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment is a plus.
• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing, and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

WFRV and Nexstar Media Inc. are an equal opportunity employer. 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. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: 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.