Broadcast Systems Engineer: Live News & Tech

Disney Entertainment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Benefits package

Job summary

WLS-TV in Chicago, part of ABC Owned TV Stations and The Walt Disney Company, seeks a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to ensure seamless operation of live broadcast equipment. You will install, configure, and maintain systems, respond to end-user requests, and lead projects in a fast-paced news environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in broadcast engineering, strong IT/networking, RF experience, and excellent documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with broadcast audio, video and control systems, video servers, graphics & IT systems
• Strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with RF equipment such as broadcast transmitters, microwave equipment, etc.
• Excellence in documentation and system drawing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-starter, able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment, independently and in a team
• Project-oriented, organized, with a history of completed projects
• Ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and deadlines
• Willingness to learn emerging broadcast technologies

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and daily maintenance/troubleshooting of broadcast systems
• Provide operational support for end-users; respond to help desk tickets and calls
• Lead, execute, and complete projects as directed by management
• Adhere to Disney policies and best practices in a broadcast environment
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IT networking

RF equipment

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Master Control

Job description

WLS-TV in Chicago, part of ABC Owned TV Stations and The Walt Disney Company, seeks a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to ensure seamless operation of live broadcast equipment. You will install, configure, and maintain systems, respond to end-user requests, and lead projects in a fast-paced news environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in broadcast engineering, strong IT/networking, RF experience, and excellent documentation.