IT Engineer - WSB TV

Cox Media Group Inc

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Broadcasting, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer Servers, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Data Storage, Database Backup, Electronic Engineering, Entertainment and Media, IP (Internet Protocol), Industry/Trade Press, Information Technology & Information Systems, Journalism, Network Administration/Management, Network Connectivity, On Call, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Software Administration, Streaming Technology, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Television Broadcasting
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Location: GA-Atlanta

Job Title: IT Engineer - WSB TV

Position Overview

WSB TV Atlanta is looking for an IT Engineer!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Broadcast Operations

  • Support the setup, operation, and maintenance of television broadcast and production equipment
  • Assist with live broadcasts and recorded productions to ensure reliable on-air performance
  • Monitor equipment and systems to identify and resolve technical issues
  • Perform routine maintenance and assist with equipment upgrades
  • Help document technical processes and workflows

IT Support

  • Provide basic IT support for computers, servers, and software used by staff
  • Assist with network connectivity and IP-based systems used in production and broadcasting.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and provide user support as needed
  • Help maintain data storage, backups, and system security practices
  • Design, configure and maintain Avid Edit/Server System

Collaboration & Support

  • Work closely with production, engineering, and IT teams to support daily operations
  • Communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical staff
  • Coordinate with vendors and service providers when necessary
  • Participate in on-call or after-hours support as required for broadcasts

Minimum Qualifications

  • An associates degree or training in Broadcast Engineering, Electronics, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience working with television production or broadcast environments
  • Basic knowledge of computer systems, networking, and troubleshooting
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to lift and move broadcast or IT equipment
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed
  • Comfortable working in studio, control room, and office environments
  • Onsite essential role

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or information systems preferred
  • Familiarity with IP-based broadcast or production systems
  • Relevant technical certifications (broadcast or IT-related)
  • Experience supporting live events or time-sensitive operations

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The companys businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMGs TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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About the Company

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Cox Media Group Inc


The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is owned by Cox Media Group, an
integrated broadcasting, publishing, direct marketing and digital media
company that includes the national advertising rep firms of Cox Reps.
Additionally, CMG owns Cox Target Media, which operates Valpak, one
of North America's leading direct marketing companies, and Savings.com,
a leading online source for savings.

CMG's 2012 revenue was $1.9 billion. The company's operations
currently include 19 broadcast television stations and one local cable
channel, 87 radio stations, eight daily newspapers and more than a dozen
non-daily publications, and more than 100 digital services.

CMG currently operates in more than 30 media markets and reaches
approx. 52 million Americans weekly, including more than 32 million TV
viewers, more than 4 million print and online newspaper readers, and 18
million radio listeners. Click here to learn more about Cox Media Group.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Printing and Publishing
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.ajc.com