Newsroom Systems Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Newsroom Systems Engineer with hands-on experience supporting and configuring broadcast newsroom platforms such as Avid iNews, Wolftech, or ANNOVA OpenMedia. The ideal candidate has a strong background in newsroom workflows, broadcast technology, and system integration, and can serve as a technical bridge between editorial, production, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

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  Administer, configure, and support newsroom computer systems (iNews, Wolftech, OpenMedia).

  
  


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  Maintain system reliability, performance, and security across the newsroom technology stack.

  
  


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  Collaborate with editorial and production teams to optimize workflows and ensure systems support daily operational needs.

  
  


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  Troubleshoot software, hardware, and workflow issues in fast-paced broadcast environments.

  
  


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  Lead or assist with system upgrades, migrations, and new feature implementations.

  
  


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  Integrate newsroom systems with other broadcast tools (automation, media asset management, playout systems, scheduling tools, etc.).

  
  


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  Create documentation, user guides, and training materials for newsroom teams.

  
  


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  Support major editorial events and live broadcasts as needed.

  
  

Qualifications

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  Experience working with one or more newsroom platforms: iNews, Wolftech, OpenMedia, or comparable systems.

  
  


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  Background in broadcast engineering, IT systems engineering, software workflow support, or similar.

  
  


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  Strong understanding of newsroom processes (rundowns, story creation, planning, ingest, editorial workflow).

  
  


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  Proficiency with Windows and/or Linux server environments.

  
  


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  Familiarity with APIs, scripting (Python, Shell, PowerShell), or automation tools is a plus.

  
  


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  Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

  
  


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  Ability to work under tight deadlines in a live broadcast environment.

  
  

Preferred Skills

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  Experience with broadcast automation systems (e.g., MOS-based systems).

  
  


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  Knowledge of media asset management platforms.

  
  


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  Experience in cloud or hybrid newsroom infrastructures.

  
  


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  Project management or change management experience.