Director Of Engineering

Job Description

16WAPT, The Hearst Owned ABC Affiliate in Jackson, MS, has an opening for a Director of Engineering. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to organize, plan, manage, document and execute assignments within a demanding live broadcast environment. This person is responsible for the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. Candidate will be responsible for monitoring multiple air channels, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assuring quality control of on air product. The individual will be directly responsible for the supervision of the daily operation of the station. Responsibilities include oversight of all studio and field equipment and the supervision and motivation of the technical staff. The position will also be responsible for scheduling and planning of the technical staff. The ideal candidate must excel in motivating and working with a high-energy team and should demonstrate success in budgeting, capital planning and personnel management. This position reports directly to the General Manager and serves on the station's Department Head Team.

Job Responsibilities:
• Oversight of all studio and field equipment.
• Supervision of the daily operation of the station.
• Supervise technical and operational staff.
• Oversight of IT integrity and infrastructure.
• Maintain transmitter, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems.
• Exhibits working knowledge of television maintenance as well as FCC requirements and licensing.
• Has ability to adapt to multiple priorities.
• In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience in studio, SNG and ENG broadcast operations
• Previous leadership and management experience
• Budgeting and Capital planning
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

Qualifications Requirements:
• Computer literacy is mandatory.
• FCC General Class License a plus.

Education:
• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5mey7-3-138-200-66-42 in your application.