ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR - WSIL/KFVS

FOX Carolina News•Carterville, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

An Engineering Supervisor is comfortable with RF broadcast equipment and transmitters, as well as IP-based newsgathering and IT infrastructure. You will be the backbone of our technical operations, ensuring our content reaches our community on every screen, every time. Assist the Chief Engineer in directing our engineering, IT, and facilities teams to keep our stations performing at their best. Oversee installation and maintenance of equipment. Ensure safety and compliance. Bridge the gap between traditional broadcast and modern IP communication, making sure our content flows seamlessly across all platforms.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a broadcast engineering environment (field operations and IP news-gathering experience is a huge plus!).
Proficiency with digital broadcast equipment—transmitters, encoders, automation systems, and audio consoles.
Ability to manage multiple tight deadlines and make clear, smart decisions when things get stressful or unexpected.
Deep understanding of both serial and IP communication and a knack for project management.
A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or IT, or equivalent real-world experience.
Flexibility to support a 24/7 operation, including occasional nights, weekends, and on-call shifts.
A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Field operations and IP news-gathering experience

Responsibilities

Assist the Chief Engineer in directing our engineering, IT, and facilities teams to keep the station at the top of its game.
Oversee the installation and maintenance of everything from audio/video switchers to critical IT systems and RF equipment.
Help with management of a diverse team of engineers, IT pros, and technical media producers to ensure seamless 24/7 operations.
Serve as a guardian of our standards, potentially acting as the Safety Coordinator and ensuring we’re always in line with FCC and OSHA regulations.
Bridge the gap between traditional broadcast and modern IP communication, making sure our content flows seamlessly across all platforms.
Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the departmental budget to keep our technical operations running efficiently.