Broadcast Engineer - Spectrum News
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.Are you an engineer who loves working with technology and exploring new equipment? Do you want to solve problems and serve your community? Apply to be a Broadcast Engineer at Spectrum News.Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities. Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We're committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.As a Broadcast Engineer, you will work closely with the Spectrum News Engineering team. Your responsibilities will range from production support and troubleshooting at the client level, to installation and configuration of broadcast networks and equipment. You will also be responsible for evaluating and resolving technical issues. This includes monitoring the status of all systems and devices connected to the broadcast network, diagnosing problems, and recommending solutions. You may also need to provide support for editing and production.WHAT OUR BROADCAST ENGINEERS ENJOY MOST Working directly with the IT department to maintain network infrastructureProviding critical technical support to keep local communities informedWorking on a creative team that is committed to telling quality storiesAs a part of Spectrum News, you're creative, highly technical, and ready to bring your community's stories to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is fast-paced in a constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you're a nimble, passionate team player, you'll find a home on our team.WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWSRequired QualificationsExperienceMaintenance or Broadcast Engineer - 3+ yearsEducationAssociate's degree in Engineering/Technical Discipline or equivalent combination of education and experienceTechnical SkillsKnowledge and ability to apply terminations/connectors to various types of network cables such as coaxial, twisted pair, and optical fiber cables that carry SDI video, AES audio, RF, and IP signals. Connector Types include BNC, N, F, RJ-45, and D-sub-miniatureSkillsAssist personnel with engineering-related issues while demonstrating professional behavior, including strong customer service skills; assist and advise facilities department regarding issues that affect broadcast operations where applicableAbilitiesAbility to install and/or support cross-platform systemsScheduleMust be able and willing to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends, and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to "breaking news