Greenville-Spartanburg,SC
Gray Television
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About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WHNS:
Fox Carolina is located in Greenville, South Carolina, consistently named one of the best small cities in the US. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville, NC, and offers a competitive news environment. Fox Carolina is emerging as the news leader, producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our team of award-winning professionals thrives in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment.
Greenville has an amazing downtown scene, revolving around the Reedy River, five-star restaurants and breweries, and miles and miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes, mountains, and historical landmarks all within a short drive. Greenville continues to be named a top small city, a top foodie city, and one of the best places for young professionals in the country.
Job Summary/Description:
A Broadcast/IT Engineer is responsible for day-to-day hands-on maintenance of the technical infrastructure supporting all live, recorded programming, and post-production at WHNS. Performs quality control measurements to ensure proper video and audio quality is maintained for all broadcasts. Assists in local productions and addresses team needs. Duties include troubleshooting, maintaining, and installing studio, editing, and transmitter equipment. The Engineer interacts daily with production staff and will be responsible for following all WHNS and FCC standards and guidelines. Must be able to think on their feet, work well with others, be a self-starter, and be a team player focused on quality customer service for internal employees.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Support engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support, post-editing systems, field production support, and transmission live/recorded events & programs
– Know broadcast equipment, technology, and systems and be able to step in and assist in emergency situations
– Performs regular maintenance tasks including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
– Documents and executes necessary corrective actions
– Ensures all equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts – corrects and documents technical problems
– Assist with implementing Engineering projects
– Provides support and assists in maintaining all building and facility needs
– Have a working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems
– Familiar with networking and IP addressing
– Must be available to work during breaking news situations, severe weather, new system integrations, and updates
– Display and maintain a professional appearance, based on station standards and a professional demeanor
Qualifications/Requirements:
– 2-3 years of professional or broadcast experience preferred
– A technical degree or similar certification is preferred but, is not required
– Previous working experience in broadcasting or engineering is preferred
– Good leadership skills, ability to operate in high-pressure situations, and work alone
– Knowledge of professional video photography equipment and techniques
– Ability to learn and adapt quickly to all work situations
– Must be able to work varying hours and weekends
– Professional, communicative, highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and focused individual traits
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WHNS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.
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HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references.