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WPHL-TV, part of the Nexstar Media Group and CW Network, has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Broadcast Engineer. This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and support of all systems that relate to broadcast television. The Broadcast Engineer is an onsite position located at WPHL-TV in Philadelphia. Candidates must be able to work 24-30 hours per work week. The weekly work schedule will be determined by the Engineer and department manager.
Responsibilities:
Installs, maintains, and repairs hardware and systems used for broadcasting and local news production.
Maintain all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
Minimizes service interruptions during times of equipment and/or system failure by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions .
Maintains transmission links between studio location and transmitter location.
Conducts operator training.
Communicates with other members of the Engineering, IT team, and other departments to effectively resolve equipment and system issues.
Ability to read signal flow drawings and trouble shoot problems quickly.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
Minimum 5 years of practical broadcast engineering experience.
Technical degree in Broadcasting, Electronics, Computer Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience with video, audio, IP acquisition and encoding/decoding equipment.
Experience with microwave equipment, satellite antennas / receivers and other broadcast-related equipment.
Experience with file- based acquisition, editing, storage, transfer, and transcoding systems.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, and other office equipment.
Fluency in English. Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Work Environment:
Must be able to work under pressure.
Early morning work hours required, and possibly some holidays.
Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
Must join local union after 30 days of employment.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.