Broadcast Systems Technician: Live Production & IT Support

HEARST PROPERTIES, INC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Television in Manchester, NH is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support broadcast and IT systems that keep our station on air and operating at a high level.

You will work across networking, servers, broadcast equipment, and live production systems, reporting to the Engineering Director. In-person attendance is required, with travel to transmitter sites and live venues as needed.

Qualifications

• Structured 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.
• Military or technical training background.
• We also encourage candidates with strong IT, AV, or technical aptitude who are interested in learning broadcast systems to apply.
• In-person attendance is required.

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

Windows OS

IT Support

Broadcast Equipment

VPNs

Job description

Hearst Television in Manchester, NH is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain and support broadcast and IT systems that keep our station on air and operating at a high level.

You will work across networking, servers, broadcast equipment, and live production systems, reporting to the Engineering Director. In-person attendance is required, with travel to transmitter sites and live venues as needed.