About *** Television:
*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WIS-TV:
WIS is the #1 local *** organization in the capital city market of Columbia, South Carolina. As the top-rated broadcast television station serving South Carolina's Midlands since 1953, WIS offers the opportunity to join an award-winning culture built upon decades of market leadership.
WIS is currently recognized as the South Carolina Broadcasters Association's Station of the Year, and has won the award 17 times. WIS has earned the Edward R. Murrow Award for Journalism Excellence, the National Association of Broadcasters' Ser *** to America Award, the George Foster Peabody Award, and has more than 70 Emmy nominations in the last 5 years. Among the many notable former journalists who helped set our standard, *** Today Show co-host Craig Melvin began his career with WIS as an intern, photographer, reporter, and then anchor. WIS produces more than 60 hours of live, local broadcast programming per week and original content for multiple digital platforms. The station offers a unique variety of multiplatform advertising solutions, sponsored content, and professional creative services for businesses of any size.
Columbia, South Carolina is a vibrant and growing capital city with a diverse population. It is home to the U.S. Army's largest installation for Basic Combat Training, Fort Jackson, along with the University of South Carolina and multiple other colleges and universities. WIS is located downtown, just two blocks from the South Carolina Statehouse.
Our community combines affordable quality of living with a variety of entertainment and activities to accommodate your lifestyle, whether it's our 50,000-acre Lake Murray, our Columbia Fireflies minor league baseball team, the Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens, nearby Congaree National Park, or so much more.
Job Summary/Description:
WIS Television is looking for a Broadcast Engineer to join our team in Columbia, SC. We are looking for an individual with a deep knowledge of broadcast television, a great attitude and a willingness to learn. Our engineering staff supports a staff of over 100 employees, multiple OTA broadcast streams as well as video streaming. This position requires strong customer support abilities and the ability to train users on new technologies and concepts.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Advanced trainer of staff on Ross Overdrive
• Oversee acquisition and readiness of broadcast material using Crispin automation
• Installation and configuration of new broadcast equipment
• Work closely with Operations to successfully execute outside productions at a high level
• Customer support for IT/network issues
• Improve and streamline workflows for users throughout the building
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of transmitter and RF systems
• Work with corporate IT and network support to maintain a secure IT infrastructure
• Resolve tickets from users submitted to the corporate help desk system
Qualifications/Requirements:
• In-depth knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Crispin automation
• Ability to use and assist other users with ENPS
• Knowledge of modern operating systems and maintenance of OS
• Able to install and remove control room equipment with the assistance of another employee
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to make decisions
• A team player, but also a self-starter able to work alone
• Must have a clean driving record
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the *** -TV UltiPro self-ser *** portal)
WIS-TV/ *** Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
*** Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.
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