Television Broadcast Engineer - Kfvs

Gray Media•Cape Girardeau, MO

16h•Onsite

About The Position

KFVS is seeking a Broadcast Engineer responsible for the day-to-day, hands-on maintenance and support of KFVS’s technical infrastructure for live and recorded programming and post-production. This role performs quality control checks to ensure audio/video standards are met, troubleshoots and repairs studio/editing systems, and supports production teams while ensuring compliance with KFVS policies and FCC rules.

Requirements

Working knowledge of broadcast equipment, technologies, and facility systems.
Familiarity with networking fundamentals, including IP addressing.
Working knowledge of current server and desktop operating systems.
Strong problem-solving skills; ability to think quickly under pressure.
Self-starter with strong teamwork and communication skills; professional demeanor and appearance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Support all engineering aspects of the facility: studio systems, post-production/editing, field production, and live/recorded transmission.
Perform daily troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs, and installation of studio and editing equipment.
Conduct audio/video quality control measurements and correct deficiencies to maintain broadcast standards.
Ensure systems are fully operational before and during live events/telecasts; identify, correct, and document technical issues in real time.
Respond to emergency technical situations and assist in breaking news, severe weather, system integrations, and software/firmware updates.
Document issues, corrective actions, and equipment changes; maintain accurate engineering logs and records.
Assist with planning and implementing engineering projects and facility upgrades.
Have working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems.
Familiar with networking, routing, and IP addressing.
Maintain building-related technical needs assigned.
Work effectively with production staff daily, providing internal customer service and operational support.
Participate in after-hours support as required, including on-call rotations and emergency call-ins.