What are the responsibilities and job description for the BROADCAST ENGINEER - KOLN/KSNB position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
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 nation's 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. Gray's 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 area`s 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 you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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 the Gray-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 genetics. In 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
