Hands-On Broadcast IT Engineer for Field & Setup

Nexstar Media; Green Bay (WI); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WFRV Local 5, part of Nexstar Media, is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer in Green Bay, WI. You will maintain broadcast tech, install and test new systems, and ensure minimal interruptions by rapidly resolving issues.

You will work with engineering and other teams and travel as required to support live events. The role requires a technical degree or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and 3+ years of digital electronics in broadcasting.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with PCs, MS Office, and office equipment.
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio, graphics, and editing systems.
• Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsabilités

• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
• Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
• Minimizes service interruptions at times of equipment and/or system failure 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 and requests from other station personnel.
• Communicates with members of the engineering team and other teams to effectively resolve equipment and system issues.
• Work with other departments during special events as needed.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Digital electronics

Broadcast engineering

Fluent English

Communication skills

PC/MS Office

Networking basics

Equipment testing

Driver's license

Formation

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field

Outils

Fiber connectivity

A/V routing

Graphics systems

Editing systems

Digital transmitters

Microwave equipment

Description du poste

WFRV Local 5, part of Nexstar Media, is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer in Green Bay, WI. You will maintain broadcast tech, install and test new systems, and ensure minimal interruptions by rapidly resolving issues.

You will work with engineering and other teams and travel as required to support live events. The role requires a technical degree or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and 3+ years of digital electronics in broadcasting.