Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Chief Engineer

Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc • $130K *
Sacramento, CA 95823In-Person
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years experience with digital electronics systems in broadcasting; 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to mentor and motivate an engineering team.
  • Experience with project planning and budget management.
  • Knowledge of FCC compliance and safety regulations.
  • Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting equipment (50-100 lbs).

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Engineering Department and foster cross-departmental innovation.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop the local engineering team.
  • Collaborate with leadership to implement new technologies for the station.
  • Oversee maintenance of IT systems and broadcast technology.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Respond quickly to on-air operation issues.
  • Develop project plans and budget proposals for capital expenditures.

Benefits

  • Engaging leadership role with opportunities for professional development.
  • Involvement in modernizing broadcast operations and infrastructure.
  • Strategic position within a prominent media organization.
  • Access to advanced technology and resources in the broadcasting field.
  • Opportunity to influence and shape engineering practices in a leading market.
Full Job Description
Nexstar Media Group's FOX40 in Sacramento is looking for a Chief Engineer to oversee KTXL Television (Market #20.) The successful candidate is a people first leader who can engage and inspire the engineering team. The Chief Engineer reports to the Vice President/General Manager and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. We're seeking a seasoned Chief Engineer capable of modernizing the operation and leading long-term capital projects who has IT experience.

The Chief is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station. This role is a critical part of the station's core leadership team and is responsible for coordinating our security operations.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead all aspects of the Engineering Department and assist all departments innovative for the future.
  • Manage, mentor, and ensure continued development of local engineering staff
  • Works with station leadership and corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
  • Maintains the information technology systems and all broadcast technology for the station
  • Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the station
  • Ensure rapid response and resolution to issues impacting on-air operations
  • Develop and submit project plans and capital budget requirements
  • Manage department operating budget and operating expenses within guidelines
  • Respond promptly to questions from internal and external stakeholders
  • Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Requirements & Skills:

  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Minimum five years' experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three years' experience in a leadership role
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating the engineering team, including setting performance standards, monitoring performance, and identifying the developmental needs of their team
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to work with cross-functional teams/stakeholders who do not report directly to the Chief Engineer
  • Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
  • Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems
  • Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment
  • Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems
  • This is a physically demanding position. Position requires frequent physical exertion including standing, crawling, fitting into tight spaces, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting and carrying materials and equipment weighing 50-100 pounds
  • Fluency in English
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record


Salary starts at $130,000 based on experience.

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About Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 199 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 39% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCC’s UHF discount). Nexstar’s portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. Nexstar’s community portal websites offer additional hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content while creating new revenue opportunities. Nexstar also owns WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information please visit www.nexstar.tv.
Learn more about Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc
Size
11,160 employees
Market Cap
$6.5 billion
Industry
Media
Net Income
$811.4 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+33.3%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
NASDAQ
NXST
* Ladders Estimates

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