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Nexstar Media Group Broadcast Engineering in Bismarck, North Dakota
KXMB-TV in Bismarck, North Dakota is seeking an Individual to install, operate, maintain, update and repair hardware and systems used for broadcasting and business operations. The successful candidate will have a basic knowledge of networking and be familiar with file system-based workflows
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in maintaining all station broadcast equipment within the facility.
Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
Minimizes service interruptions at times of equipment and/or system failure by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions.
Manage and assist users with e-mail and desktop support.
Administer antivirus and similar support systems.
Installs and maintains the IT network, switches, data backups, work stations and printers.
Manage user accounts through Active Directory.
Position serves Engineering Department, provides quality support services and technical assistance for the News, Production, Creative Services and Sales Departments.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
Technical degree in Information Systems, Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience is preferred but not required.
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
Experience in broadcast television or related field preferred.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to meet deadline, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Broadcast IT Specialist must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters, and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions that impact the effectiveness of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. The IT Specialist must be able to left, set-up and operate equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects or tools. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
