Broadcast IT Engineer - Live TV Tech & Support

Wisconsin Broadcasters Association; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WFRV/Nexstar Media Inc. in Green Bay is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer to join our Engineering team. The role focuses on maintaining broadcast technology and equipment, installing new systems, and ensuring operational efficiency for both broadcasting and business operations.

The candidate should have a technical degree in digital electronics or a related field and at least three years of TV broadcasting experience. Strong English communication and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience with digital electronics in a television broadcasting environment.
• Fluency in English and excellent written communication.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with office equipment and IT systems.
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Digital electronics

Broadcasting

English fluency

Communication skills

Driver's license

IT troubleshooting

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics / Broadcasting

Tools

Fiber connectivity

A/V routing

Graphics systems

Editing systems

Digital transmitters

Microwave equipment

Job description

WFRV/Nexstar Media Inc. in Green Bay is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer to join our Engineering team. The role focuses on maintaining broadcast technology and equipment, installing new systems, and ensuring operational efficiency for both broadcasting and business operations.

The candidate should have a technical degree in digital electronics or a related field and at least three years of TV broadcasting experience. Strong English communication and a valid driver’s license are required.