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Elevate Your Career in Broadcast Technology | Full-Time Broadcast Engineer | Fort Myers Broadcasting
Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn’t just a maintenance role — it’s a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably.
Why Fort Myers Broadcasting?
We’re a legacy station with a mission to innovate. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. If you’re looking for a meaningful role with real impact, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You’ll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.
Core Responsibilities
What You Bring
Nice to Have
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
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Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn’t just a maintenance role — it’s a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably.
Why Fort Myers Broadcasting?
We’re a legacy station with a mission to innovate. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. If you’re looking for a meaningful role with real impact, we want to meet you.
As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You’ll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot computers, servers, and broadcast-related systems
- Support users across news, production, and business units with hardware/software issues
- Ensure smooth transmission and operation of all live and recorded broadcasts
- Perform preventative maintenance, equipment installations, and emergency repairs
- Provide hands-on support during breaking news, severe weather, and system upgrades
- Assist in engineering projects and station-wide technical initiatives
- Maintain thorough documentation of system changes and problem resolution
- 2–3 years of broadcast or professional engineering experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent certification/experience
- Familiarity with Windows OS, server and desktop environments, and networking/IP systems
- Hands-on experience with broadcast equipment and transmission systems
- Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure in live production environments
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or on-call during critical events
- Experience with transmitters and RF systems
- Knowledge of video photography equipment and production workflows
- Leadership capabilities and a solution-focused mindset
- Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.
- Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office, recording, and production equipment.
- Ability to traverse the workspace, including driving to other properties as needed.
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
- Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
- PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
- 401(k)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
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*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
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