Broadcast Systems Technician: Live Production & IT

Hearst; Orlando (FL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

Job summary

Hearst's WESH 2 and CW18, based in Orlando, FL, seek a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support broadcast and IT systems ensuring on-air operations and high performance. You will work across networking, servers, broadcast gear, and live production workflows in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, learning new systems, and teamwork, with exposure to multi-station operations and centralized workflows across Hearst Television, including WMOR-TV

Qualifications

• Rotating schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Experience with managed network switches and IP-based systems.
• Supporting servers, workstations, and network infrastructure.
• Familiarity with broadcast equipment and production environments.
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking, VPNs, and LAN environments.
• Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems.
• Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, or similar certifications.
• SBE certification highlighted as a preferred credential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast and IT systems to ensure reliable daily operations.
• Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide technical support to News, Production, Creative Services, Sales, and Administration.
• Support live broadcasts and remote productions, including setup and troubleshooting.
• Install, configure, and maintain networking equipment, servers, and workstations.
• Travel as needed to transmitter sites, remote locations, and live event venues.
• Document systems, workflows, and technical procedures.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and IT team members to support station operations and new technology deployments.

Skills

Networking

IP-based systems

Server administration

Windows OS

Education

SBE certification

Military/technical training

Tools

Cisco

VMware

Microsoft

Job description

Hearst's WESH 2 and CW18, based in Orlando, FL, seek a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support broadcast and IT systems ensuring on-air operations and high performance. You will work across networking, servers, broadcast gear, and live production workflows in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, learning new systems, and teamwork, with exposure to multi-station operations and centralized workflows across Hearst Television, including WMOR-TV