Nexstar Media Group is seeking a Director of Engineering – Special Projects. Reporting to the VP of Network Operations. This position will assist in the success of multiple Nexstar properties, including The CW and NewsNation. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in project management and design in a broadcast engineering environment.

　　Responsibilities

　　Develop, manage, install, and document projects across broadcast television systems. These systems include field cameras, editing, ENG/SNG/CNG equipment, audio/video production, etc.

　　Responsible for selecting, planning, designing, and managing the installation of broadcast systems, managing associated capital budgets, establishing operating procedures, and managing personnel training using the systems listed.

　　Plan and execute the technical aspects of remote special productions.

　　Identify and execute process and workflow improvements across broadcast and administrative systems.

　　Perform all other duties as assigned.

　　Requirements

　　Candidate must have at least five years’ experience in the television industry with solid engineering and troubleshooting skills.

　　A degree in engineering, broadcasting, or IT-related fields is preferred.

　　Prior management skills, similar positions held, and training experience are highly desired.

　　Working knowledge of the following technologies: HD-SDI, Autocad, Wirecad, video production, news production, file-based workflows, wired and wireless networking, and RF systems.

　　Strong organizational, written communications, and interpersonal skills required.

　　Must be willing to travel regularly.

　　Valid Drivers License

　　Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000

　　Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.

　　EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.