Head of Broadcast Technology & Operation

Head Of Broadcast Technology And Operations
WZDX-TV, the TEGNA-owned FOX affiliate in Huntsville, AL has an immediate opening for an experienced, versatile Head Of Broadcast Technology And Operations. This position will report directly to the Regional Head Of Technology And Operations. The Broadcast Head Of Technology And Operations is responsible for leading the Engineering And Information Technology teams, which support WZDX broadcast technologies in a 24/7/365 environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Managing short, and long-term technology strategy

Day-to-day operations including equipment integration, maintenance for the core infrastructure, studios, control rooms, facility, post-production, and transmission for all live programming

Oversee compliance of FCC rules and regulations

Manage compliance of critical security policies, including Account, Password Security, Vulnerability Protection, Virus Protection, Untrusted Network, and IT Incident Reporting policies

Manage Business Continuity and Disaster Contingency plans

Maintain financial responsibility for the Engineering Department including - expense budgeting, approvals, and reviews

Monitors and creatively scrutinizes daily on-air technical quality

Leads workflow improvements for both on-air and online products

Manages vendor contracts including technology, building maintenance and security

Leads capital planning and submission process for station

Leads project planning and project management for station wide initiatives

Requirements:

Strong customer service skills and consistent professionalism

Demonstrate good written and verbal communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Demonstrated strong leadership with a focus on team management

Understanding of IT processes including security, workflow, and management

In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies such as ENPS newsroom systems, Bitcentral media management systems, RF transmission, broadcast video switchers and routers preferred

Ability to work well and make quick decisions under pressure

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education and a minimum of four years of experience in a broadcast operations/technology management role.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined spaces

Must be able to work a flexible schedule in support of a 24x7x365 operation

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