Director of Engineering, KSHB
Core
Lead technical vision for broadcast and digital operations at a local news station, managing engineering teams and infrastructure to empower storytelling.
Role type
Director of Engineering (Broadcast & Digital Operations)
Builds
Television, digital, OTT, Internet, high-power RF systems, production environments, and associated equipment for a local news station.
Domain
Broadcast media / Local news / Telecommunications
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic planning, managerial leadership, project management, budget management, FCC compliance, system design, equipment evaluation, team development
Preferred skills
Network certification, SBE certification, Project Management certification, BS/BA in related discipline
Technologies
Television systems, digital systems, OTT platforms, Internet systems, high-power RF systems, production environments, networking infrastructure, HVAC, power generation, security systems
Responsibilities
Lead research, design, installation, and repair of broadcast and digital systems; manage building facilities and grounds; partner with news department on content workflow systems; motivate and manage engineering staff; establish engineering policies; evaluate equipment solutions; manage capital and maintenance budgets; ensure FCC and regulatory compliance.
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership & strategy