Network Broadcast Operations Supervisor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nexstar Media’s Network Hub in Northwestern Indianapolis, which includes News Nation, Antenna, and Rewind TV networks, is seeking a Network Broadcast Operations Supervisor for a broadcast and media delivery environment. The role supervises operating systems, equipment, and personnel in the master control hub operation, supports Nexstar’s broadcast network disaster recovery facilities, and assists with other hub operations as needed. The supervisor oversees training and operations for national network feeds and works with remote studio operations and affiliates experiencing technical difficulties. The position uses both IT and broadcast operations skills and requires maintaining quality control while operating and monitoring automated content-distribution systems in accordance with company guidelines and FCC rules. The role also involves working with ancillary on-air equipment, including satellite uplinks, CGs, emergency alerts, caption encoders, routers, switchers, and networked workstations.

Requirements

Five years of broadcast operations experience in a professional live media operation environment.
Experience with Florical or another broadcast automation system.
Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and holidays, with some limited travel.
Ability to work independently and maintain a press-on-regardless attitude.

Nice To Haves

Broadcast engineering background.

Responsibilities

Supervise operating systems, equipment, and personnel in the master control hub operation.
Support Nexstar’s broadcast network disaster recovery facilities and other hub operations as needed.
Operate and monitor automated systems that distribute content while adhering to company guidelines and FCC rules.
Maintain quality-control standards, anticipate problems, use sound judgment, and engage support when needed.
Train personnel and oversee operations for national network feeds.
Work with remote studio operations and affiliates experiencing technical difficulties.
Troubleshoot problems and communicate issues effectively to support their resolution.
Perform other duties as assigned.