Director of Broadcast Engineering - North Carolina

Curtis Media Group

$90K — $120K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in broadcasting engineering with supervisory experience
  • Associate's degree in electronics or relevant technical field, or equivalent experience
  • Baseline IT proficiency including networks and Microsoft operating systems
  • Familiarity with HVAC systems and principles
  • Valid driver's license for site visits
  • Capacity to lift weights and work at heights or in confined spaces
  • Experience with WideOrbit, MediaTouch, BE AudioVault, and Wheatnet IP systems is advantageous
  • SBE certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Manage a four-person engineering team and contracted engineers
  • Resolve daily technical issues for programming staff in modern studios
  • Collaborate with CEO and COO to troubleshoot and implement solutions
  • Ensure compliance with FCC and local regulations for station operations
  • Oversee budgeting for equipment repair and replacement

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on cutting-edge technology
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled engineering team
  • Engagement in strategic planning with top-level management
  • Comprehensive professional development opportunities
  • Supportive workplace culture with an emphasis on equal opportunity
Full Job Description
Curtis Media Group has an immediate opening for an experienced Director of Engineering, for a group of highly rated radio stations that span the state of North Carolina.

Job Duties:
  • Management and oversight of a four-person engineering team, as well as contract engineering
  • Solving day-to-day issues for our talented programming staff working in state-of-the-art radio studios
  • Working closely with the CEO and COO, to identify engineering problems and solutions and implement new technology as appropriate
  • Ensuring our radio stations operate in compliance with FCC rules and regulations, along with applicable state and local regulations.
  • Management and budgeting of capital equipment repair and replacement

Qualifications:
  • At least five years of experience in broadcasting engineering, preferably supervising an engineering department
  • Associates degree in electronics or other technical field, OR commensurate experience in broadcast engineering positions
  • Baseline IT skills including experience with networks, Microsoft operating systems, and PC hardware; familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and security hardware/software.
  • Basic familiarity with HVAC systems and principles
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive to work sites as required.
  • Ability to lift reasonable weights, work on ladders and in enclosed spaces.
  • Experience with WideOrbit automation, MediaTouch automation, BE AudioVault automation, and Wheatnet IP audio systems will be a plus.
  • SBE certification will be a plus.

After-hours on-call availability is expected; some weekend or holiday work may be required.

Interested applicants please send resume to Katelyn Bullard: [email protected]

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