The Director of Technology oversees the day-to-day operations of the Engineering/IT Department and is responsible for ensuring proper operation and maintenance of all technology for top-rated Chicago broadcast station WGN-TV, national multicast networks AntennaTV & RewindTV. In addition, the Director of Technology will have support duties over national cable news network, NewsNation. Also, The Director of Technology will be responsible for managing the Facilities Department and overseeing facility operations at Bradley Place. This leadership position reports directly to the WGN-TV VP/GM.
Additional Job Description:
- Manages all aspects of the Engineering Department
- Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Engineering Department
- Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
- Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the facility
- Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the broadcast and transmission facility
- Works with corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the facility
- Manages a large staff of Engineering technicians who are primarily union members
- Manages the information technology staff and systems
- Assigns projects to staff and verifies deadlines are being met
- Works with corporate leadership to manage engineering and facility capital projects to the established budgets
- Manages facility operations and security staff
- 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
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- A minimum of five years' experience working as an engineer at a broadcast facility, with a minimum of three years’ experience in a leadership/management role
- A successful record of employee development and mentorship
- Experience establishing long-range goals and objectives therefore specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
- Proficiency with common office equipment and software (Microsoft Office applications, Windows operating systems, etc.)
- Experience with remote broadcast productions, studio operations and equipment and common broadcast infrastructure technology
- Experience with broadcast transmitters, microwave equipment, two-way radio technology and applicable FCC rules and regulations
- Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcast equipment and information technology systems
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays and respond to issues 24/7
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must possess excellent troubleshooting skills, a can-do attitude and be able to solve problems creatively under pressure
The Chicago facility originates three national television networks and WGN-TV/Channel 9.
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Salary Range:
225K to 250K Annualized
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
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