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Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

27 - 87$
Формат работы
onsite
Тип работы
fulltime
Грейд
senior
Английский
b2
Страна
US
Вакансия из списка Hirify.GlobalВакансия из Hirify Global, списка международных tech-компаний
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TL;DR
Broadcast Maintenance Engineer (Broadcast Systems/IT): Maintaining and troubleshooting broadcast, IT, networking, automation, newsroom, studio, and streaming systems in a live media facility with an accent on on-air reliability, signal flow, and system integration. Focus on diagnosing complex broadcast and data-flow issues, supporting remote feeds and streaming workflows, and commissioning technical systems in a 24/7 production environment.

Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States; onsite at 2501 W. Bradley Place (WGN-TV). Full-time shift work may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Salary: $27.87–$46.68 per hour, based on experience and skill level.

Company

hirify.global operates linear television and streaming brands, including NewsNation, WGN-TV, Antenna TV, and Rewind TV.

What you will do

  • Maintain and troubleshoot broadcast and IT systems across studios, control rooms, master control, newsroom, cameras, audio equipment, and streaming encoders.
  • Configure and troubleshoot LAN, VLAN, WAN, and VPN networking for servers and broadcast equipment.
  • Diagnose signal-flow and data-flow issues using schematics, system drawings, network tools, and test equipment.
  • Support Dejero, TVU, and Haivision remote-feed technologies and streaming workflows.
  • Support studio operations in a live production environment and deliver technical solutions with production and operations teams.
  • Manage projects, design systems, and assist with system integration and commissioning.

Requirements

  • Five years of experience as an IT technician or maintenance engineer in a media facility is desired.
  • Strong knowledge of IP networking, Active Directory, and Windows/Linux platforms.
  • Experience with broadcast production systems, audio consoles, intercoms, video switchers, wireless audio, and test and measurement equipment.
  • Understanding of video compression, resolutions such as 1080i, bandwidth requirements, and technical signal-flow diagrams.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and use common business software applications.
  • Membership in IBEW 1220 is required.

Nice to have

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
  • Familiarity with Ross Xpression/Tessera, LED videowalls, Dante audio, and satellite transmission.

Culture & Benefits

  • Work in a fast-paced, live broadcast environment supporting continuous programming across traditional and digital platforms.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
  • Paid time off, paid parental leave, and life insurance.
  • Collaboration with engineering, production, and operations departments.

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