Broadcast Engineer - Koln/Ksnb
Broadcast Engineer - Koln/Ksnb
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About Gray Media:
Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KOLN/KSNB:
KOLN is the CBS affiliate in the Lincoln Hastings Kearney market. Located in the thriving capital city of Lincoln the station is the areas dominant news leader with number one newscasts in every daypart. The 1011NOW news brand is well-known throughout the region as a trusted source for quality news weather and sports coverage.
Job Summary/Description:
KOLN/KSNB a Gray Media-owned CBS/NBC-affiliate in Lincoln and Hastings Nebraska has an exciting opportunity for a Broadcast Engineer. This position is based in Hastings Nebraska and will require travel to studios in Lincoln Grand Island and North Platte as well as tower sites across the state. The Broadcast Engineer is responsible for the support implementation and maintenance of all broadcast digital streaming and office technical equipment and software applications for local and remote operations.
Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain all broadcast systems and infrastructure at multiple sites including Hastings Grand Island North Platte and tower sites in between while intentionally improving technology according to a plan.
Maintain all engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support post-editing systems field production support office support and transmission of live/taped events & programs.
Have knowledge regarding equipment technology and systems and be able to step in and assist in emergency situations.
Performs regular maintenance tasks including repairs equipment replacement managing supplies etc.
Documents and executes necessary corrective actions.
Ensures all broadcast equipment is operating correctly before and during live broadcast and streaming events and documents technical problems and reports them to the managers.
Have a working knowledge of the latest operating systems software including server and desktop operating systems.
Ensure all aspects of FCC & FAA rules and regulations are met regarding all technology components.
Monitor multiple air channels and transmitters maintaining regulatory compliance and assuring quality control of on-air product
Responsible for maintaining equipment for all aspects of the on-air product - TV air chain video editing systems IT networks graphic systems field newsgathering equipment and weather systems
Qualifications/Requirements:
Engineering or electronics degree or equivalent 2-3 years of professional or broadcast experience.
Experience with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming technologies
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support 24/7 operation
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Possess and maintain a good driving record
Work closely with Department Managers and the Supervisor on urgent business operational tasks
Strategic detail-oriented and highly self-motivated.
Ability to operate and adapt in high-pressure situations.
Travel to all Nebraska properties and sites expected. Could require occasional overnight stays. Company vehicle available.
If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KOLN/KSNB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Employment Type
Full-Time
