Director, Broadcast & Tech Operations (IP/IT Convergence)

Cox Media Group, LLC.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

WFTV/WRDQ Orlando, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead technical operations, broadcast infrastructure, facilities systems, regulatory compliance, and modernization efforts. You will oversee budgets, vendor relations, and cross-functional teams to ensure reliable on-air operations and safety.

You will guide IP-based workflows, IT and broadcast convergence, cyber security, disaster recovery, and scalable production tools while collaborating with newsroom, production,

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering teams in broadcast environments.
• Strong understanding of IP-based workflows and IT/broadcast convergence.
• Knowledge of cyber security and disaster recovery practices.
• Experience with vendor management and budgeting for engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical operations and on-air reliability for WFTV/WRDQ Orlando.
• Lead modernization efforts of broadcast infrastructure and facilities systems.
• Collaborate with newsroom, production, and other departments to align engineering with content goals.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

IT convergence

Cyber security

Budget management

Job description

WFTV/WRDQ Orlando, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead technical operations, broadcast infrastructure, facilities systems, regulatory compliance, and modernization efforts. You will oversee budgets, vendor relations, and cross-functional teams to ensure reliable on-air operations and safety.

You will guide IP-based workflows, IT and broadcast convergence, cyber security, disaster recovery, and scalable production tools while collaborating with newsroom, production,