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Nexstar Media Group Chief Engineer in Watertown, New York
ABC50 is DOWNTOWN, LIVING LOCAL, and HIRING! ABC50 has an immediate opening for a Chief Engineer. The Chief Engineer manages all aspects of the Engineering Department, to include the information technology system, as well as oversees the day-to-day operations, and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station. This person also ensures station compliance with FCC, local, state, and federal rules and regulations applicable to the station. The Chief Engineer also works with corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure as well as managing engineering and technology capital projects to budget. They also ensure project deadlines are being met and perform other duties as assigned. Nexstar Media Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Excellent opportunity to be part of both an established local broadcast station AND the fastest growing media group in the country.
Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics and editing systems, digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment is required. Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems is also required. Candidate should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
Requirements & Skills:
Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English with excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Ability to occasionally identify the needs of other departments, help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Able to recognize and follow wiring diagrams.
Proficiency with computers, VOIP telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
Strong PC/MS Office experience.
Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems.
Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment.
Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Salary range is $50K - $60K.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.