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Nexstar Broadcasting

Broadcast IT Technician

Nexstar Broadcasting, East Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02914


We are seeking an IT support technician to join our team, using their technology skills to make us even more efficient. In this role, the support person will work on all types of IT systems and assets, assist with upgrades and fixes, and provide training and support as needed. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer hardware and software, network cable and hardware maintenance, and some background in video.

Objectives of this role

Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, applications, servers, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware

Handle broadcast-critical IT tasks and system improvements

Enable faster and smarter business processes and employee productivity

Research and evaluate emerging video technologies, hardware, and software

Serve as the subject-matter expert supporting Mac OS X, Windows, and widely used software and applications, such as Microsoft, Adobe, and industry software.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and support workstation software, hardware, printers, and phones

Execute systems and network design, documentation, implementation, testing, and administration, and ensure components meet business needs and work together seamlessly

Implement applications and software upgrades and troubleshoot any performance issues

Train employees in using software and hardware, and provide technical support when needed

Required skills and qualifications

Knowledge of operating systems, current equipment and technologies

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality of company information

Preferred skills and qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science

Project management experience

Professional certification

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 its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” 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 its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. 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.