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CUMULUS MEDIA is hiring: Broadcast Engineer in Dallas

CUMULUS MEDIA, Dallas, TX, USA

Job type: Full Time


Company Overview
Westwood One, the national-facing arm of Cumulus Media, offers iconic, nationally syndicated sports, news, and entertainment content to more than 250 million monthly listeners across an audio network of nearly 7,300 affiliated broadcast radio stations and media partners. Westwood One is the largest audio network in America, home to premium content that defines the culture, including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, AP News, the Academy of Country Music Awards, and Westwood One Backstage. The rapidly growing Cumulus Podcast Network delivers popular network and industry personalities and programs. Westwood One connects listeners with their passions through programs and platforms that have everyone listening.

Position Overview
Cumulus Media | Westwood One - Dallas is searching for a Broadcast Engineer in our Dallas, TX studios. This position is responsible for maintaining the digital broadcast studios. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Maintain digital broadcast studios. Programming through mainframe audio router, cleaning, repair as necessary

Installation and programming of all broadcast‑related devices: codecs, encoders, servers

Low voltage cabling running, connection, management and testing, including network, coaxial, balanced pair, multipair

Program Axia Pathfinder routers: I/O audio, nomenclature, automation, control panels (physical and soft panels)

Provide in‑depth troubleshooting and resolution as required for broadcast equipment and OpX system

Routine maintenance of broadcast systems, requires after‑hours and/or overnight work

HVAC/UPS/Generator PM’s

Software/configuration updates or changes to critical systems

Provide/update documentation for equipment and support

Maintain & support Audio Depot file transfer system

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years in broadcast engineering and IT experience preferred

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Acute attention to detail

Strong background with OpX system

Knowledge of IP codecs, manufacturers include Gates Air, Comrex, Telos

Networking skills in a managed environment, including programming routing tables, port assignment, IP/GW/Subnet setting

Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written, with vendors and engineers

Able to work and resolve problems independently with little supervision

What We Offer

Competitive Pay

Focused, responsible, and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage

401K with company match

Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off

Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs

For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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