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Assistant Chief Engineer

Employer
Nexstar Media WDVM
Location
Baltimore, MD
Closing date
May 25, 2019
Company OverviewNexstar Media Group Inc. is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.7% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation. Nexstar Media Group Inc. is the parent company of Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. & Nexstar Digital LLC. Learn more at www.nexstar.tv.WDVM TV 25, the Independent News Leader in the Washington, DC-Hagerstown, MD DMA, has an opening for an Assistant Chief Engineer. WDVM Produces more than 50 hours per week of Live local TV News and public affairs programming and supports 20 journalists in the field across four office locations. Previous experience working in a broadacast facility is perferred. An ideal candidate would have an understanding of live TV/Digital News broadcast processes. and some experience working in a news producing, live television environment. EEO Statement:Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledPosition SummaryThe Assistant Chief Broadcast Engineer operates, maintains, updates and repairs hardware and systems used for broadcasting and business operations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station Minimizes service interruptions at times of equipment and/or system failure by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions Sets up and operates equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts Installs and maintains the IT network, switches, data backups, work stations and printers Interprets and implements instructions and requests from other station personnel Communicates with members of the engineering team and other teams to effectively resolve equipment and system issues Performs other duties as assigned 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 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 Proficiency with computers, 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 Physical Demands & Work Environment: The Broadcast Engineer must be able to sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Broadcast Engineer must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required.

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