Broadcast Engineer
Responsibilities
- Installation, configuration, and daily maintenance/troubleshooting of broadcast and computer systems.
- Support the News Department by providing operational support before and during newscasts and during breaking news.
- Knowledge of Avid editing systems a plus.
- Provide operational support for end-users; respond to help desk tickets and calls.
- Interface with third party vendors and support technicians.
- Lead, execute, and complete projects as directed by management.
- Adhere to Sinclair policies and best practices in a broadcast environment.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a broadcast environment or related field.
- Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
- Be willing to expand their knowledge with emerging broadcast industry concepts/technologies.
- Have excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
- Be a self-starter and able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as a part of a diverse team.
- Demonstrate the ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and tight deadlines.
- A degree in a technical related field, appropriate certifications, and/or equivalent experience.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will be involved in the installation, troubleshooting and support of the infrastructure, and systems within the broadcast facility. The candidate must have a passion for broadcast / IT and be comfortable with current media technologies, concepts, and emerging trends.
Qualifications
This position may be subject to 24 hour on-call including weekends and holidays.
Benefits
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.