Broadcast IT Specialist Job at The Walt Disney Company (Germany) GmbH in Chicago

WLS-TV’s (ABC 7 Chicago) Broadcast IT Specialist, located in Chicago, Illinois, will perform an integral role implementing, maintaining, and supporting all departments and day-to-day operations in the facility required to deliver our product to the viewers on multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the technology team on maintenance and integration of new technologies with existing infrastructure, ensuring they conform to company standards, security policies, and regulations.

Troubleshoot and remediate complex systems in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive live production and broadcast operation. Analyze root cause to determine operational or technical issues and take corrective action to prevent recurrence.

Participate in writing and collaborating on technical documentation and standard operating procedures for both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Interact with end users in News, Programming, Production, and Creative Services. Provide direction and training when issues arise.

Plan and execute technical requirements for local and remote special events.

Other duties as directed by the Technology Department.

Work non‑regular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as WLS-TV is a 24x7x365 broadcast facility.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent years of experience.

At least 3 years of experience in Broadcast IT systems.

Effective communication with members of the Technology team and ability to communicate across the organization at all levels.

Strong knowledge and experience with Active Directory, Apple, Linux, and Microsoft desktop/server environments; TCP/IP and Cisco networking, firewall, server virtualization, and SAN infrastructure.

In‑depth experience supporting a broad range of technology such as mobile devices, laptops, desktops, and enterprise‑class servers.

Preferred Qualifications

Highly organized and capable of monitoring and responding to high volumes of electronic communication.

Proficient with one or more scripting languages such as VB/.BAT/PowerShell and experience with MS SQL database management.

Familiarity with application packaging and deployment using Microsoft SCCM or similar tools.

The hiring range for this position in Chicago, IL is $95,500 to $128,000 per year. The base pay will take into account internal equity and other factors such as candidate’s experience and geographic region. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, with access to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

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