Job Description
KOMO in Seattle, WA is currently seeking a Broadcast Engineer to provide technical support to KOMO and KUNS. This position involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various electronic systems and equipment associated with television broadcasting, including computers, servers, video and audio equipment, and broadcast transmission systems. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring seamless operations and maintaining the high standards of our facilities.
Responsibilities
Provide excellent customer service to end users and collaborate with various station departments on new equipment installations.
Design, install and document new broadcast systems and equipment as assigned.
Perform maintenance and repairs on a wide range of broadcasting equipment, such as television transmitters, receivers, cameras, switchers, video servers, production automation, graphic systems, audio equipment, and routers.
Provide technical assistance and support to operational users, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues.
Contribute to budget planning and provide necessary information for the implementation of new systems.
Consult and communicate with engineering management and fellow engineers on technical matters as required.
Create accurate engineering signal flow diagrams for CAD documentation of all technical system work.
Adhere to engineering standards and practices during all technical work and equipment installations.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities during weekend, early morning and late live newscasts
Coordinate live shot and IFB routing utilizing iNews, route, initialize and record feeds, QC feeds to ensure they conform to station requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must possess a strong technical aptitude, fundamental knowledge on Audio Video technology, networking and IT systems and be willing to undergo training on station systems and equipment.
This role is scheduled to work (4/10 hour) morning shifts in office in the morning, starting at 3:45AM.
Candidate must be flexible with their work schedule and be willing to work overtime, including on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
Experience using AutoCAD to generate wiring diagrams and knowledge of broadcast wiring practices and procedures is highly preferred.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision.
Proficient in reading and understanding technical materials.
Capacity to concentrate for extended periods of time.
Capable of lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Associate degree (AA) in electronics or equivalent technical training preferred.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate a solid comprehension of computer operating systems, understand computer hardware, the fundamentals of network architecture and systems administration. Additionally, familiarity with virtualized infrastructure such as VMware, Microsoft Azure, and AWS is preferred.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
Salary & Benefits
The hourly compensation range for this role is $31.53 to $33.53. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.
participation in a retirement plan
quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses
life and disability insurance
health
dental and vision plans
flexible spending accounts
15 paid vacation days
2 paid personal days
9 paid holidays
40 hours of paid sick leave
parental leave
employee stock purchase plan
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En Español:
Descripción del trabajo KOMO en Seattle, WA está buscando actualmente un ingeniero de radiodifusión para proporcionar soporte técnico a KOMO y KUNS. Esta posición implica la instalación, mantenimiento y resolución de problemas de varios sistemas electrónicos y equipos asociados con la radiodiffusión televisiva, incluidos computadoras, servidores, equipos de vídeo y audio y sistemas de transmisión de radiodivisión. El candidato exitoso desempeñará un papel vital en garantizar una operación sin problemas y mantener los altos estándares de nuestras instalaciones. Responsabilidades Proporcionar un excelente servicio al cliente a los usuarios finales y colaborar con varios departamentos de estaciones en nuevas instalaciones de equipos. Diseñar, instalar y documentar nuevos sistemas y equipos de transmisión según sea asignado. Realizar mantenimiento y reparaciones en una amplia gama de equipos de radiodifusión, como transmisores de televisión, receptores, cámaras, interruptores, servidores de vídeo, automatización de producción, sistemas gráficos, equipos de audio y routes. Proporcionar asistencia técnica y soporte al cliente operativo, asegurando una resolución rápida de cualquier problema. Contribuir a la planificación presupuestaria y proporcionar la información necesaria para la implementación de nuevos sistemas de audio. Consulte y concéntrese con los conductores y compañeros en asuntos técnicos según sea necesario. Los flujos de señales de la mañana precisos para la documentación de todo el trabajo. Los candidatos deben estar dispuestos a adaptarse a las prácticas técnicas de trabajo durante los primeros días de la semana, así como a los programas de trabajo y a los sistemas de trabajo, a través de las cuales los ingenieros y ingenieros de radio deben estar preparados para llevar a cabo sus tareas de forma adecuada. Además, se prefiere familiarizarse con la infraestructura virtualizada como VMware, Microsoft Azure y AWS. EEO y INCLUSIVITY Sinclair se enorgullece de ser un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades y un lugar de trabajo libre de drogas. Las prácticas laborales no se verán influenciadas o afectadas en virtud de la raza, el color, la religión, el sexo (incluyendo el embarazo, la identidad de género y la orientación sexual), el origen nacional, la edad, la discapacidad, la información genética, el estatus militar o veterano o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley. Sobre Sinclair Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) es una compañía de medios diversificada y un proveedor líder de noticias y deportes locales. La compañía posee, opera y / o proporciona servicios a estaciones en 79 mercados afiliados a todas las redes de transmisión salarial; posee Tennis, el destino de los grandes entusiastas; CHARCHARGE y AMP. La compensación final para este papel se determinará por varios factores tales como la experiencia laboral relevante, las habilidades, las certificaciones y la ubicación geográfica del candidato. Los puestos a tiempo completo son elegibles para beneficios que incluyen participación en un plan de jubilación, bonos trimestrales y anuales de planes de incentivos, seguro de vida y discapacidad, salud, planes dentales y de visión, cuentas de gasto flexibles, 15 días de vacaciones pagados, 2 días personales pagadas, 9 días vacacionales, 40 horas de licencia de enfermedad pagada, licencia parental y plan de compra de acciones de empleados.