Senior Broadcast Systems Engineer

Scripps Media, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Media, Inc. seeks a seasoned broadcast engineer to support, maintain, and install SDI and IP-based systems across studio, control room, and mobile units. You will work with the news department to build content workflows, troubleshoot complex issues under pressure, and contribute to budgeting and asset management.

A strong customer service mindset and FCC compliance are essential. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in broadcast operations, network certs (Cisco/CompTIA), and an associates

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in related field preferred.
• Network certification (Cisco, CompTIA Network+) required.
• SBE certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class customer service to internal and external partners.
• Support, maintain, and install SDI and IP-based broadcast systems.
• Set up and enhance software, hardware, servers, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with FCC rules and company policies.
• Operate studio, news and control room equipment; support mobile live trucks.
• Documentation and budgeting support; research parts and pricing.

Skills

Customer service

Broadcast operations

Networking

IT/servers

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving under pressure

Education

Associates degree or equivalent experience

Network certification (Cisco, CompTIA Network+)

SBE certification

Tools

Active Directory

CAD software

Job description

Scripps Media, Inc. seeks a seasoned broadcast engineer to support, maintain, and install SDI and IP-based systems across studio, control room, and mobile units. You will work with the news department to build content workflows, troubleshoot complex issues under pressure, and contribute to budgeting and asset management.

A strong customer service mindset and FCC compliance are essential. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in broadcast operations, network certs (Cisco/CompTIA), and an associates