Chief Broadcast Engineer & Tech Leader
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Job summary
KMUW-FM in Wichita, KS seeks a Chief Engineer to lead all technical station maintenance, IT operations, and system upgrades on-site. You will oversee transmitter site, nine studios, and facilities, with support from a part-time assistant.
The role collaborates with the General Manager and Director of Content to ensure reliability and compliance. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in broadcast engineering, including leadership, and a willingness to stay current with evolving technologies in a
Qualifications
- 60 hours of college coursework in media or broadcast engineering or related field.
- Six years of experience in broadcast engineering with at least two years in a leadership role.
- SBE broadcast technician certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Lead maintenance and repair of broadcast studio equipment and systems, supervising technicians as needed.
- Drive operational improvements to support revenue and audience growth.
- Record and produce live events with broadcast quality and regulatory compliance.
- Provide support for audio, administrative, and industry software.
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Job description
KMUW-FM in Wichita, KS seeks a Chief Engineer to lead all technical station maintenance, IT operations, and system upgrades on-site. You will oversee transmitter site, nine studios, and facilities, with support from a part-time assistant.
The role collaborates with the General Manager and Director of Content to ensure reliability and compliance. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in broadcast engineering, including leadership, and a willingness to stay current with evolving technologies in a
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