TEGNA Inc.
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BroadcastEngineerLead
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“Broadcast Engineer Lead at TEGNA Inc.”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive innovation; Maintain excellence; Shape system design decisions; Ensure resilient environment; Ensure modern environment; Ensure efficient environment
Industry & Context.
Solve problems under high pressure
Flexible schedule, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, On-call rotation, Support a 24/7 news operation
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum 5 years in broadcast operations/technology, Proven track record of leading complex technical projects, Hands-on experience with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support
Nice to Have
Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP newsgathering technologies
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively
Process & Methodology
Project leadership
Full Job Description
About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U. S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WFMY is seeking a Broadcast Engineer Lead to drive innovation and maintain excellence across our broadcast and IT infrastructure. This is a pivotal role for a technical visionary who balances hands-on expertise with strategic project leadership. The Broadcast Engineer Lead is responsible for shaping system design decisions, defining local engineering standards, and leading complex projects that directly impact station operations. Operating with significant autonomy, you will not only execute tasks but also take full accountability for technical outcomes, ensuring our 24/7 environment remains resilient, modern, and efficient. Responsibilities: Technical Leadership ensure reliability, scalability, and long-term performance. Strategic Direction: Make independent decisions regarding system architecture and technical standards within corporate guidelines. Modernization: Proactively identify opportunities for upgrades and recommend technology roadmaps aligned with evolving business needs. Influence mentor team members by setting direction and reviewing work for quality. Project Leadership equivalent professional experience also considered. Minimum 5 years in broadcast operations/technology with a proven track record of leading complex technical projects. Hands-on experience with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support. Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP newsgathering technologies is highly preferred. Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems under high pressure, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Willingness to work
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