Broadcast Technology Specialist

40/29 the ABC affiliate in Rogers AR is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician (BST) to join our Technology team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges working across a wide variety of systems and supporting the technology that keeps television stations on the air.

Youll gain hands-on experience across:

• Broadcast engineering
• IT infrastructure
• Networking
• Live production systems
• RF and transmitter operations
• Remote broadcast support

Candidates with experience in broadcast engineering IT AV systems military communications or technical operations are encouraged to apply. If you enjoy hands-on technical work solving complex problems and working in a dynamic broadcast environment wed love to hear from you.

What Youll Do

• Maintain troubleshoot and repair broadcast and IT systems to support reliable station operations
• Support live broadcasts and remote productions including setup monitoring and troubleshooting
• Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs
• Install configure and maintain:
• Managed network switches
• Servers and workstations
• IP-based broadcast systems
• Production and routing equipment
• Provide technical support to News Production Creative Services Sales and Administration teams
• Travel as needed to transmitter sites remote locations and live event venues
• Document systems workflows and technical procedures
• Collaborate with Engineering and IT teams on system upgrades and new technology deployments
• Support GatesAir transmitters and satellite systems

What Were Looking For

Experience

• Experience with managed network switches and IP-based systems
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking VPNs and LAN/WAN environments
• Experience supporting servers workstations and network infrastructure
• Familiarity with broadcast equipment and live production environments
• Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems
• Knowledge of RF transmitter or satellite systems is a plus
• Cisco VMware Microsoft or related certifications
• SBE certification
• Military communications or technical training background
• AV IT support or systems integration experience

We also encourage technically skilled candidates who are eager to learn broadcast systems and engineering workflows to apply.

Schedule & Work Environment

This position involves a structured rotating schedule that may include:

• Early mornings
• Evenings
• Weekends

The rotation is designed to provide balanced operational coverage while giving team members exposure to all aspects of station operations. This is a fast-paced technically advanced environment where curiosity teamwork adaptability and problem-solving are highly valued.

Why Join Us

• Work in a modern broadcast facility with advanced technology systems
• Gain exposure to both broadcast engineering and enterprise IT
• Be part of a collaborative supportive technical team
• Develop skills across live production networking RF systems and infrastructure
• Support local journalism and live television operations that serve the community

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds perspectives and identities. Thats why behind the scenes we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication ensuring that the content we create is authentic accurate and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearsts benefit programs are modern flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical Dental Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your familys needs