BROADCAST ENGINEER/IT ENGINEER - WAVE Job at Gray Media in Louisville

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About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top‑rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top‑rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second‑highest‑rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

Job Summary / Description

WAVE‑TV, a Gray Media‑owned affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a Broadcast/IT Engineer. The position will support all programming and post‑production at WAVE. The engineer will perform quality control measurements to ensure proper video and audio quality for broadcast and assist local production teams as needed. Duties include troubleshooting, maintaining, installing studio and editing, and IT equipment, and working with transmitter equipment.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Support all engineering aspects of the technical facility, including studio support, post‑editing systems, field‑production support, and transmission of live/recorded events and programs.
• Work with technology staff to implement and maintain “crossover” computer systems for Audio/Video Systems.
• Maintain equipment and support users for on‑air and live production automation systems.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Ensure all transmission equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts—correct and document technical problems.
• Work with the IT Director to design, implement, and maintain computer systems, licensing, and network security.
• Assist with implementing engineering projects and building maintenance needs.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or higher.
• 2 years’ experience with Windows operating systems, e‑mail systems, FTP servers, TCP/IP networking.
• Knowledge of Broadcast A/V equipment combined with serial and IP communication and control.
• Good interpersonal skills to work with other departments.
• Knowledge of engineering aspects of the technical facility, including studio support, post‑editing systems, field‑production support, and transmission of live/taped events and programs.
• Working knowledge of equipment, IT technology, and systems; ability to assist in emergency situations.
• Familiarity with the latest operating‑system software, automation, server, and desktop operating systems.
• A degree in broadcast engineering or a related field/experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Application Instructions

If you feel you’re qualified, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, type in the job title or station call letters, or click on apply now. Upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.

Additional Information (EEO)

Gray Media 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. Gray Media complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on protected characteristics. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.