Broadcast IT Engineer — On‑Call & Live Production Support

Boston TV-WFXT; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) seeks an experienced Broadcast IT Engineer to support IT and broadcast systems in a live production environment. The role covers IT support, network and server maintenance, and assisting with on-air broadcasts and equipment upgrades, with on-call duties as needed.

The candidate will collaborate with production, engineering and IT teams, document processes, ensure data security, and maintain backups. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computer systems, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle IT support for staff, including onboarding and device management.
• Support setup, operation, and maintenance of broadcast and production equipment.
• Assist live broadcasts and recorded productions to ensure on-air reliability.
• Monitor equipment, perform routine maintenance, and document workflows.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and IT teams; communicate issues clearly.
• Coordinate with vendors and provide after-hours support as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork & collaboration

Independent work capability

Education

Associates degree or related training in Broadcast Engineering/IT

Tools

IP-based broadcast/production systems

Job description

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) seeks an experienced Broadcast IT Engineer to support IT and broadcast systems in a live production environment. The role covers IT support, network and server maintenance, and assisting with on-air broadcasts and equipment upgrades, with on-call duties as needed.

The candidate will collaborate with production, engineering and IT teams, document processes, ensure data security, and maintain backups. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.