Broadcast Systems Technician - Live Production & IT

Hearst Magazines; Richmond (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Television in Manchester, NH is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support both broadcast and IT systems that keep our stations on the air. You will work across networking, servers, broadcast equipment, and live production systems.

This role requires in-person attendance, a strong technical foundation, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. You will report to the Engineering Director and participate in a rotating schedule that may include early mornings,

Qualifications

• Experience with network switches and IP-based systems.
• Familiarity with broadcast equipment and production environments.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, VPNs, and LAN environments.
• Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems.

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 with engineering and IT teams on operations and new technology deployments.

Skills

Networking

Troubleshooting

IT systems

Windows OS

Education

Cisco Certification

VMware Certification

Microsoft Certification

Tools

Cisco equipment

VMware

Windows Server

Job description

Hearst Television in Manchester, NH is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support both broadcast and IT systems that keep our stations on the air. You will work across networking, servers, broadcast equipment, and live production systems.

This role requires in-person attendance, a strong technical foundation, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. You will report to the Engineering Director and participate in a rotating schedule that may include early mornings,