Master Control Hub Maintenance Tech

## Master Control Hub Maintenance Tech Apply:
Indianapolis, IN - WRTV:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR036894

Are you a broadcast technology expert who thrives on solving complex problems and keeping critical systems running at their best? Scripps is looking for a seasoned technical professional to join our Master Control Hub team in Indianapolis, Indiana. In this pivotal role, you'll serve as the go-to technical expert supporting Scripps television broadcasting entities across the country, leveraging deep knowledge of computers, IP networks, and master control operations to troubleshoot, diagnose, and implement solutions that keep our stations on air.

The Scripps Master Control Hub is the backbone of centralized, remote control and monitoring of commercial and programming sources for Scripps stations, and your work will directly shape its performance and reliability.  
** WHAT YOU'LL DO:*
* * Serve as liaison to the IT group for Master Control.
* Report to the master control hub manager but consult with Scripps local station engineering directors and other senior leadership, including the senior director of Scripps engineering.
* Install, maintain, and repair critical broadcasting components to ensure all systems are functioning at peak efficiency.
* Troubleshoot and repair a variety of issues with broadcast and IT equipment.
* Rely on extensive knowledge and professional discretion to perform efficiently and successfully.
* Make recommendations for products and service enhancements.
* Significant technical ingenuity and flexibility are expected.
* Collaborate with technology suppliers regarding set-up, upgrades, enhancements, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
* Program/customize master control software functionality.
* Track and assist master control users with desktop computer and server issues.
* When resolving open issues, seek multiple perspectives, gather more information when necessary, close or escalate issues, and monitor resolution so that hub operation is optimized.
* Work with the hub leadership team to address operational issues and facilitate decision-making with regard to technical matters.
* Provide input and make recommendations to assist in disaster recovery and system planning.
* Other duties as assigned.
* May require working overtime, holidays, and weekends with short notice when necessary.  
** WHAT YOU'LL NEED:*
* * Associate's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
* Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred  
** WHAT YOU'LL BRING:*
* * Very strong analysis and problem-solving skills:
The ability to assess a situation, seek multiple perspectives, gather information, and identify key issues is critically important in this role
* Solid knowledge of computer hardware, software, LAN environment, configuration, and operation
* A very high sense of responsibility and urgency regarding corrective action and customer service
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
* Composure:
Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast, deadline-driven environment, and maintain calmness and accuracy of work
* Strong organization skills
* Highly detail-oriented
* Working knowledge of video servers, routing processes, and related equipment
* Working knowledge of television RF transmitter parameters and operations
* Good communication skills, both verbal and written
* Working knowledge of all functions and responsibilities of television Master Control
* This position may require working overtime, holidays, and weekends with short notice when necessary  
** WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY:
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