IT Specialist / Engineer

Job Description

IT Specialist / Engineer - WBRC

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 WBRC:

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, the Gray Media-owned Fox affiliate in Birmingham, AL, has an excellent career opportunity for an IT Specialist/Engineer. 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 WBRC staff and will be responsible for following all FCC and Gray Media standards and guidelines. They must be a self-starter, and a team player who can navigate shifting priorities, drive a sense of urgency, and deliver industry-leading customer service.

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 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 network

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- SBE or IT certifications are 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 IT experience preferred
- 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 Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj309w-18-189-194-168-42 in your application.