Specialist, IT (NE)

Posted 4 Days Ago
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2 Locations
Entry level
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
As an IT Specialist, you'll maintain and troubleshoot IT and broadcast equipment, support end-users with network and software issues, perform routine maintenance on broadcast equipment, and collaborate with the Engineering team on IT solutions to ensure operational excellence during broadcasts.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain and troubleshoot all IT and broadcast equipment within the facility to ensure operational excellence. This may include servers, routers, switches, VOIP phones and PCs.
  • End-user support for all network, computer, and software related issues.
  • Perform routine maintenance on broadcast equipment, including audio, video, and control systems.
  • Collaborate with the Engineering team to develop and implement audio, video, and IT solutions that meet the station’s needs.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly, especially during live broadcasts, to minimize downtime and ensure on-air continuity.
  • Assist in the successful completion of new initiatives, technical upgrades, and operational projects.
  • Interface with internal users, corporate teams, and external vendors to diagnose, implement, and resolve system issues.
  • Windows Domain user/group administration – adds, deletions, changes

Requirements & Skills:

  • College degree preferred
  • Familiarity with remote desktop applications and VPNs is preferred. Experience with Adobe editing systems is an advantage.
  • Experience with broadcast audio, video, and control systems a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Fluency in English, ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and independently on projects.
  • Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
  • Physical capability to lift equipment up to 50 pounds, work in varied weather conditions, and climb ladders as required.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

The Company
HQ: Irving, TX
5,001 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1996

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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