Nexstar Broadcasting is hiring: Engineer Broadcast IT in Mt. Pleasant

The Broadcast IT Engineer will provide and perform all information technology support for the station, and to assist with installation and setup of other digital broadcast systems. This individual is responsible for administering the IT policies and procedures of the company, maintaining servers, printers, VPN, wireless access points, domain controllers, and PC workstations. Responsible for managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within the facility. Will provide and perform all information technology support for the station, and to assist with installation and setup of other digital broadcast systems.

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Manage user accounts through Active Directory

Manage and assist users with E-mail and desktop support

Install, manage and maintain servers and workstations with various Windows and Linux OS

Administer antivirus and similar support systems

Serve Engineering, News, Production, and Sales Departments by providing quality support services

Manage and maintain News production server system, News content storage and playout system, graphics and editing systems

Participate in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within the facility

Understand and assist in compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal laws

Help implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the facility.

Evaluate, select, install, service, and maintain facility broadcast equipment and information technology systems

Work closely with management and co-workers to ensure company objectives are being met

Maintain facilities and vehicle fleet as needed

Other duties as needed

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and work experience required

Strong Information Technology background and networking skills required

Microsoft and Cisco certifications are a plus

Experience with remote desktop applications and VPN required

Knowledge and experience with Adobe editing systems required

3 years previous broadcast engineering experience

Experience with AV switching, video encoding/decoding and file transcoding a plus

Fluency in English; strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

The ability to terminate broadcast and IT related cables is required

Experience with Broadcast automation systems, routers, video storage devices, SAN storage, Isilon storage, satellite ground stations, and RF preferred

Strong interpersonal and organization skills

Ability to identify the development needs of others and coach/mentor others to improve their knowledge and/or skills

Ability to work extended hours as needed, may include overnight and weekends

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

‘Can Do’ attitude, desire to learn new skills consistent with good engineering/IT practices

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Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.