Broadcast Engineer Technician Job at Paducah Television Operations LLC in Cape G

BROADCAST ENGINEER TECHNICIAN

Are you looking for an excellent career opportunity, combined with an outstanding quality of life, in a growing riverfront market? Join our exciting properties – the home of the NFL, NASCAR, and MLB (Go Cardinals!). KBSI/WDKA TV, the Standard Media duopoly located in Cape Girardeau, MO is looking for our next Broadcast Engineer.

Job Summary

KBSI-TV seeks a full time Broadcast Engineer / IT technician / Master Control Operator to perform various duties for support of the station in the evenings. This individual is responsible for operating and maintaining various pieces of equipment including cameras, tripods, servers, printers, wireless access points, and PC workstations.

Between Engineering and IT tasks, your role will involve carrying out responsibilities related to Master Control Operations. Which includes setting up, controlling, and monitoring television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience. On-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs. Gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use. Preparation and operation of equipment (before, during and after live newscasts).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and repair various components of broadcast tv and audio equipment
• Install, manage, and maintain servers and workstations with various Windows OS
• Operate on-air playback systems and prepare video files
• Manage and assist users with E-mail and desktop support
• Serve Engineering, Production, News, Promotion, and Sales Departments by providing quality support services
• Work closely with Engineering management to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
• Maintain Master Control playout, News content storage, Newsroom server, graphics, and editing systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Degree in Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
• Strong Information Technology background and networking skills required
• Fluency in English; strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Afternoon/Nightside availability required
• Emergency outage availability required
• Ability to work extended hours, as needed.
• Experience in broadcast television or a related field preferred
• Experience with AV switching, video encoding/decoding, and file transcoding a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe editing systems is a plus
• Experience with remote desktop applications, Microsoft and Cisco certifications are a plus
• Experience working with a Florical Master Control System is a plus

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Broadcast Engineer technician must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the effectiveness of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Must be able to lift, set up, and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, use ladders, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required.

Shift hours: Monday-Friday, 2pm-10:30pm

Standard Media Group (SMG) is an innovative media company serving our communities through breaking news, impactful investigative reporting, and innovative multi-screen marketing services. This position is based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the 90th DMA.

Benefits Offered:

401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance, paid vacations, sick days and holidays.

Application Details:

Please email your resume to careers@kbsi23.com, or mail to KBSI-TV, Attn: BM, 806 Enterprise St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 or apply in person between 9-5.

Please denote how you became aware of this position in your response. No phone calls please.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.