Lead Broadcast Engineer, KTNV

KTNV is seeking a Lead Broadcast Engineer to lead cutting-edge broadcast operations and drive innovation in newsroom technology. This role involves spearheading critical infrastructure projects, mentoring engineers, and designing state-of-the-art broadcast systems. The Lead Broadcast Engineer will ensure FCC compliance and deliver exceptional content to the Las Vegas community, shaping the future of broadcast engineering.

Must Have

• Provide world-class customer service to all business partners.
• Design, support, maintain, and install broadcast, RF, and production systems (SDI/IP).
• Research and design solutions for software, hardware, server, automation, and workflow systems.
• Partner with news to develop and support content workflow systems, including audio/video, cameras, editing, streaming.
• Purchase and track assets/services using company system; contribute to budgeting.
• Operate, support, and maintain mobile live trucks (microwave, satellite, cellular bonding).
• Maintain logs and reports as per FCC Rules and Regulations.
• Utilize proactive monitoring systems to anticipate and act on technical issues.
• Update technical plan documentation after installations and changes.
• Monitor and lead documentation/maintenance records of equipment repairs.
• Facilitate collaboration between newsroom and production control staff.
• Research part numbers and pricing for repairs.
• Operate and ensure operational status of studio, news, and control room equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including multiple days, holidays, evenings, weekends, and overtime.
• Availability to travel over multiple days.
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Good to Have

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
• SBE certification.
• Demonstrated experience in modeling and leading a culture of empathy, customer service and leadership.
• Positive "can do" attitude and willingness to learn and grow with the job.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver a high level of customer service.
• Team player.
• Strong and effective communication skills with all levels of internal and external customers and partners.
• Ability to resolve complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices independently often whilst under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn complex new systems.
• Self-motivated to work independently under timeline to achieve departmental and station goals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work within deadlines.
• Ability to lead, guide and coach colleagues.
• Ability to often serve in a lead role where general guidance and training of less experienced support personnel is needed.
• Ability to take the lead in effectively applying new technology and skills in accomplishing tasks.

Are you ready to lead the technical backbone of one of Las Vegas's most trusted news sources? KTNV is seeking a dynamic Lead Broadcast Engineer to spearhead our cutting-edge broadcast operations and drive innovation in our newsroom technology. This is your opportunity to shape the future of broadcast engineering while ensuring our community stays informed with the latest news and information.

As our Lead Broadcast Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of broadcast technology, leading critical infrastructure projects and mentoring the next generation of engineers. From designing state-of-the-art broadcast systems to ensuring FCC compliance, your expertise will directly impact our ability to deliver exceptional content to the Las Vegas community.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Model and provide world class customer service to all business partners internal and external to the Scripps organization with a positive "can do" attitude.
• Design and take a lead role in the support, maintenance, and installation of the full range of broadcast, Radio Frequency (RF), and production systems based on both Serial Digital Interface (SDI), and Internet Protocol (IP) based architecture.
• Research, coordinate and design solutions for setup and enhancement of software, hardware, server, automation and workflow systems, projects and equipment to enable our teams to be both productive and efficient. Ensure all meet current industry standards and comply with Company policies and expectations.
• Along with Director of Engineering, partner with the news department to develop, build and support content workflow and support systems including integration and problem-solving software, hardware, networking and infrastructure. This will include support and integration of audio and video, cameras, editing systems, streaming, content management and workflow.
• Use company purchasing management system to purchase and track assets and services as well as replacement cycles. This will include contributing to budgeting planning with the team and Director of Engineering to support business needs.
• Drive and assist in the operation, support, and maintenance of mobile live trucks which may involve work in confined spaces and on top of vehicle with the use of mobile work platform. Live truck technology may include microwave, satellite, cellular bonding, and video/audio equipment. Ensure live trucks are fully maintained and repairs completed on timely basis to ensure continued operational readiness.
• Provide direction in the design of any improvements to our operation.
• Maintain logs and reports as per FCC Rules and Regulations.
• Provide, enhance, and utilize proactive monitoring system to anticipate technical issues and be able to act accordingly.
• Ensure technical plan documentation is updated when installations are completed to include changes that are made.
• Monitor, and lead documentation and maintenance records of equipment repairs.
• Facilitate a collaborative environment between newsroom and production control staff.
• Oversight and research of part numbers and pricing to determine where to purchase and the cost of repairs.
• Operate studio, news and control room equipment.
• Ensure all studio, news and control room equipment is operational.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Network certification required (Cisco, CompTIA Network+)
• SBE certification preferred
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Strong knowledge of all the following areas, and specialize in at least one of these areas:
• Broadcast and production systems support and engineering including SDI and IP based technology and workflow
• Extensive knowledge of computer networking, broadcast automation and workflow systems
• Transmitter support and engineering
• Demonstrated experience in modeling and leading a culture of empathy, customer service and leadership
• A strong understanding and ability to work with IT/cellular systems, servers, and devices, and actively pursue emerging technology in these areas
• Solid working knowledge of Windows, Apple, and Linux server and client operating systems including active directory
• Strong knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• Positive "can do" attitude and willingness to learn and grow with the job
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver a high level of customer service
• Team player
• Strong and effective communication skills with all levels of internal and external customers and partners
• Ability to resolve complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices independently often whilst under pressure
• Extensive knowledge of FCC rules
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn complex new systems
• Self-motivated to work independently under timeline to achieve departmental and station goals
• Ability to comprehend, update, and create schematics, mechanical drawings and technical manuals
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work within deadlines
• Familiarity with various test instruments, alignment apparatuses and knowledge of personal computers
• Deep operational knowledge of studio, news and control room technology
• Ability to lead, guide and coach colleagues
• Ability to often serve in a lead role where general guidance and training of less experienced support personnel is needed
• Ability to take the lead in effectively applying new technology and skills in accomplishing tasks
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including able to work multiple days, holidays, evenings, weekends, and possible overtime hours as needed
• Availability to travel over multiple days is possible
• Must be able to work in changing weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

Las Vegas is a city that never sleeps, offering endless entertainment, world-class dining, and year-round sunshine. Beyond the famous Strip, Las Vegas boasts a thriving arts district, numerous parks and recreational areas, and a growing tech industry. The city is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and Mount Charleston all within easy driving distance.

Las Vegas offers an affordable cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas, with no state income tax and a diverse housing market. The city is home to professional sports teams including the Golden Knights (NHL), Raiders (NFL), and Aces (WNBA), providing year-round entertainment options.

With its central location in the Southwest, Las Vegas serves as a gateway to some of America's most spectacular national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Zion, and Death Valley. The city's McCarran International Airport provides easy access to destinations worldwide, making it perfect for both business and leisure travel.