Hands-On Broadcast IT Engineer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Broadcast IT Engineer to join WFRV Local 5’s Engineering team in Green Bay. The role focuses on maintaining broadcast technology and IT infrastructure, ensuring peak performance of all systems used for broadcasting and business operations.

Responsibilities include installing and testing new systems, reducing downtime, supporting outside broadcasts, and coordinating with departments. Travel may be required; reports to the Chief Engineer.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English and excellent written/spoken communication.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics in a television broadcasting environment.
• Strong PC/MS Office experience and familiarity with office equipment.
• Experience with fiber connectivity, AV routing, editing systems, and graphics.
• Experience with digital transmitters and microwave equipment is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
• Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
• Minimizes service interruptions during equipment/system failures by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions.
• Sets up and operates equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts.
• Installs and maintains the IT network, switches, data backups, workstations and printers.
• Interprets and implements instructions from other station personnel.
• Communicates with engineering and other teams to resolve issues.
• Works with other departments during special events as needed.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Chief Engineer.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Driver's license

Electronics experience

PC/MS Office

Fiber connectivity

AV routing

Broadcast equipment

Transmitter knowledge

IT systems

Deadline management

Multi-tasking

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Broadcast IT Engineer to join WFRV Local 5’s Engineering team in Green Bay. The role focuses on maintaining broadcast technology and IT infrastructure, ensuring peak performance of all systems used for broadcasting and business operations.

Responsibilities include installing and testing new systems, reducing downtime, supporting outside broadcasts, and coordinating with departments. Travel may be required; reports to the Chief Engineer.