Birmingham,AL
Gray Television
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About Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 WRBC:
WBRC is the number one station in Central Alabama. We produce award-winning news. We also have a dominant digital presence, using WBRC.com, the WBRC News app, the WBRC Weather app, and social media platforms to connect to a worldwide audience. WBRC is the largest and most trusted news team in Alabama and produces more than 64 hours of local news every week. As a broadcast pioneer, WBRC serves as Alabama's most-watched television station. WBRC is one of the strongest television stations in the country with dominant shows including our highly rated morning show, Good Day Alabama.
Job Summary/Description:
WBRC, a Gray Television owned station, has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time IT/Broadcast Engineer in our Technology Department. This exciting position is responsible for supporting all aspects of Broadcast, Network and Computer operations, including ensuring the best video and audio signal quality is maintained throughout all broadcast computer and transmission systems. The engineer interacts daily with production staff and will be responsible for following all FCC and Gray TV standards and guidelines. They must be a self-starter, and a team player who can navigate shifting priorities, drive sense of urgency and deliver industry leading customer service.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
– Support engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support, post-editing systems, field production support, and transmission of live or recorded events and programs
– Perform regular maintenance on broadcasting and computing systems, and implement changes, repairs, or upgrades as required to maintain peak system performance
– Must be able to read, edit, and explain schematic drawings, blueprints, and other vendor-provided support documents to implement critical engineering projects
– Ability to learn and implement new skills quickly and respond to changing priorities with a strong sense of urgency
– Support all aspects of breaking news gathering, severe weather, and new system integrations which may require working odd hours, weekends, and holidays
– Have a working knowledge of computer operating systems, updates, and networking including maintenance and repair of computers, servers, and networking equipment
– Display and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, communicate up and down effectively, be self-motivated, extremely oriented and customer-focused
– Support facility needs including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and CCTV systems
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Valid driver's license and good driving record
– Basic understanding of RF and microwave systems
– SBE and/or IT certifications a plus
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Working knowledge of video/audio systems
– Working knowledge of news and television automation systems
– 1-2 years of professional or broadcast experience
– Ability to self-motivate and see projects through to completion
– Strong leadership and independent skills with an ability to thrive in high-pressure situations
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)
WBRC-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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 Television encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate 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.