Live Broadcast Engineer

ION Media Networks, Inc.; Idaho; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company in Clearwater, FL is seeking a Live Broadcast Engineer to maintain on‑air reliability across multi‑channel operations, including live events, master control, uplinks and remotes.

You will work with engineers, train operators, and manage end-to-end live-event execution, with typical 24x7 support. Associates degree or 2+ years of related experience preferred; willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 2+ years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other engineers and master control for live-event execution.
• Train operators in operational best practices, issue resolution, and recovery of live events.
• Develop knowledge of the operation's technical architecture and on-air systems.
• Resolve issues quickly to prevent on-air discrepancies.
• Manage end-to-end execution of all live events including prep, in-event, and off-air adjustments.
• Approve and monitor maintenance activities and manage critical components of maintenance procedures.
• Assume transmission responsibilities as needed, including uplinks monitoring, bookings, QC, and remotes.

Skills

Prioritization

Broadcast engineering

News/sports production

Interpersonal communication

Flexible hours

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Do you thrive when the stakes are highest and the cameras are live? Operations Shared Services is looking for a driven, detail-obsessed Live Broadcast Engineer to manage and drive reliability within a fast-paced, multichannel on‑air operations environment — maintaining optimal on‑air availability and reliability for live events. This is a critical role at the heart of what we do: keeping our broadcasts on air, our audiences engaged, and our team performing at the highest level, 24/7.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Coordinate with other engineers and master control; provide guidance for the execution of master control functions pertaining to live-event execution.
• Coordinate with master control supervisor to train operators in operational best practices, issue resolution, and recovery of live events.
• Develop a deep knowledge of the operation's technical architecture and on‑air systems.
• Resolve issues quickly and effectively to prevent on‑air discrepancies.
• Manage the end‑to‑end execution of all live events including preparation, in‑event execution, and off‑air adjustments.
• Actively participate in the operation's change control procedures by approving and maintaining awareness of all on‑air maintenances and by managing critical components of maintenance operating procedures.
• Assume transmission responsibilities as needed, including monitoring of uplinks, booking, QCing (monitoring for quality control) and occasional remotes.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Associates degree in a related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience Generally 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing scenarios preferred
• Thorough understanding of television production, broadcast engineering operations, and/or news/sports/entertainment technical production requirements
• Technological curiosity and an improvement-oriented approach
• Unwavering composure in high‑pressure situations
• Demonstrated record of meeting or exceeding performance expectations preferred
• Acute attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays is required to support 24x7 operation

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY

Clearwater, Florida is a sun‑soaked Gulf Coast gem known for its strikingly clear turquoise waters and white‑sand beaches — most notably Clearwater Beach, consistently ranked among the best beaches in the United States. The city offers an active, outdoor‑forward lifestyle with year‑round boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing right at your doorstep, along with easy access to dozens of parks and nature preserves throughout the region. As part of the greater Tampa Bay area, Clearwater residents enjoy all the cultural amenities of a major metro while living at a more relaxed pace. The region is home to professional sports teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rays, and Lightning, as well as a thriving restaurant scene, live music venues, and world‑class attractions like the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Spring training baseball brings added energy each year, with the Philadelphia Phillies calling nearby Spectrum Field home. Beyond the beach, Clearwater and the surrounding Tampa Bay area are experiencing exciting growth across the arts, tech, and culinary sectors. With a relatively affordable cost of living compared to other Florida metros, no state income tax, and a warm climate virtually year‑round, Clearwater is a place where your career and your quality of life can both flourish.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way." As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

ABOUT SCRIPPS

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way." As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.