It​/Broadcast Engineer - Kwqc

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025.

We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

KWQC-TV6 is the dominant NBC affiliate serving Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. As the Quad Cities’ #1 station for news, sports, information, and entertainment, KWQC features the most experienced media team in the market. Guided by our brand promise of "Making a Difference" in our communities, our mission is to keep our viewers safe, informed, and connected while guiding them through an ever-evolving digital world.

But working at KWQC is only part of the draw—the Quad Cities region is a phenomenal, award-winning place to build a life:

Nationally Recognized Quality of Life:
Davenport was recently ranked in the Top 50 "Best Places to Live" in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, celebrated for its great value, strong local job market, and exceptional quality of life.

Unbeatable Affordability:
The Quad Cities ranks as one of the country’s most affordable metro areas, featuring a cost of living and housing prices significantly below the national average.

Rich Culture &

Activities:

Nestled right on the banks of the scenic Mississippi River, the region boasts a thriving craft brewery scene, a vibrant theater community (including the Adler Theatre and Circa '21), major events like the PGA Tour’s John Deere Classic, and championship minor league sports at the award-winning Modern Woodmen Park.

Stress-Free Commutes:
Average daily commute times across the bi-state metro are nearly 10 minutes shorter than the national average, leaving you more time to enjoy your life outside of work.

Perfectly Connected:
Enjoy the tight-knit feel of a riverfront metro while staying highly connected. You are just 2 hours from Des Moines, 2.5 hours from Chicago, 4 hours from St. Louis, and 5.5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Our IT/Broadcast Engineer will assist in maintaining the day-to-day integrity, reliability, and security of our broadcast television equipment, networks, and general IT systems. This role is a hybrid of traditional broadcast engineering (RF, cameras, switchers, master control) and modern IT support (networking, desktop support, server maintenance).

• Support engineering aspects of the technical facility, including studio support, post-editing systems, field production support, and transmission of live/recorded events & programs
• Know broadcast equipment, technology, and systems, and be able to step in and assist in emergency situations
• Performs regular maintenance tasks, including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Documents and executes necessary corrective actions
• Ensures all equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts – corrects and documents technical problems
• Assists with implementing Engineering…