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Gray Media · 1 day ago

CHIEF ENGINEER - WRDW/WAGT

Augusta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Gray Media is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and they are seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee a three-person Engineering team responsible for all technical aspects of Television and Content Broadcasting. The role involves troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of broadcast equipment and networks, as well as engaging with Master Control engineering to resolve technical issues.

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Responsibilities

Troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of television broadcast equipment and broadcast computer networks

Engages Master Control engineering and operations to resolve technical issues

Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of issues with broadcast and IT equipment

Works with third-party vendors to ensure maintenance for the station, transmitter sites, grounds, and facilities are all kept clean and in proper working order

Some smaller general maintenance and auto may be needed

Qualification

Broadcast engineeringTechnical productionElectrical EngineeringLive TV productionProject managementHigh-pressure multitasking

Required

Experience in broadcast engineering or equivalent experience in live TV production

Proven Track record of starting, participating, and managing large projects

Must be knowledgeable in all areas of technical production and repair, configuration, and operation with all studio production, including broadcast audio, video, and control systems, video servers, storage area networks, editing, and post production systems

Understanding of broadcast television and streaming technologies from studio and post production to master control and distribution

An ability to work on multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment