Director, Broadcast Hub Services

Director Hub Services - Multiple

Nexstar Media Group Inc. the nations largest owner/operator of television stations is seeking a Director Broadcast Hub Services to lead the strategy and operations of its centralized broadcast hubs. Reporting directly to the Vice President Broadcast Hub Services- this role is responsible for ensuring the reliability scalability and continuous improvement of Nexstars 24/7 master control operations across five hub locations.

This position will be based at one of our Hub locations: Dallas Indianapolis or Spartanburg SC

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of Master Control operations supporting Nexstars nationwide station portfolio
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations and industry broadcast standards
• Lead and support 24/7 operations across multiple time zones; respond to critical or time-sensitive issues as needed
• Lead mentor and develop a staff of over 300 employees including local hub leadership teams at each location
• Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement
• Direct all employee workflow management activities within Broadcast Hub Services including hiring performance management and organizational planning
• Provide guidance on employee relations and labor matters as needed
• Manage cost efficiencies while supporting VP Broadcast Hub Services in planning and management of the capital and operating expense budgets for Hub Services aligned with company goals.
• Provide guidance to station chief engineers on capital projects related to master control operations
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure service and support quality reliability and cost effectiveness
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Traffic Marketing Engineering and Station leadership
• Support General Managers and Chief Engineers in achieving operational excellence
• Evaluate recommend and implement emerging technologies to enhance broadcast operations
• Drive innovation that improves quality reliability efficiency and scalability across Master Control Hubs
• Ensure Nexstar remains at the forefront of broadcast and transmission technologies including ATSC standards
• Ability to travel extensively and on short notice to support hub and spoke station needs vendor engagements or operational priorities
• Support CW Network NewsNation Antenna TV and Rewind TV network distribution team

Qualifications

• 10 years of leadership experience in broadcast operations master control or related technical environments
• Proven ability to lead large multi-site 24/7 operational teams
• Deep knowledge of FCC regulations broadcast systems transmission workflows and ATSC standards
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar operating and capital budgets
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership
• Exceptional problem-solving decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Demonstrated success in coaching mentoring and developing high-performing teams
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to set long-term direction and execute effectively
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency with broadcast technologies and modern operational systems
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record

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