Broadcast Technician

Salary: $43,000.00 - $50,000.00 Annually Technical Services Ideastream Public Media, a Cleveland-based media organization and home to Ohio’s largest NPR, PBS, and classical radio stations, serving 22 counties in Northeast Ohio with its trusted, in-depth, high-quality local news and information service, seeks a master control professional to serve as Broadcast Technician. We eagerly welcome individuals with diverse lived experiences and perspectives to enrich our work and bring fresh ideas into our organization. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Broadcast Technician is responsible for ensuring all programming is broadcast on schedule while maintaining the highest quality standards. This role includes managing automation systems, operating cutting-edge video servers, and overseeing transmission workflows to ensure seamless and reliable broadcast operations. Typical duties include monitoring automation systems for multi-channel television operations, monitoring and executing EAS procedures in compliance with FCC regulations and operating and logging transmitter activities. The candidates should also have strong verbal and written communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated proficiency with EAS SAGE logging, transmitter logging, and video/audio signal processing. An Associate’s degree or formal technical training in video production or engineering technology, or a related field, and two years of experience in a Master Control environment is preferred, though an equivalent of experience in related fields and education will be considered. Experience with Crispin automation systems, Harmonic play servers, Ross switchers, Telestream, and file-based workflows is preferred. The salary range for this position is $43,000 - $50,000 and is commensurate with experience. We offer a rich benefits program including medical coverage, a 403(b) plan with an employer match, paid time off, a parking subsidy, a lunch delivery service subsidy and much more. medical coverage a 403(b) plan with an employer match paid time off a parking subsidy a lunch delivery service subsidy much more Ideastream Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, underrepresented populations and persons who are physically challenged or with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Inclusion is one of our core values, wherein we respect the broad diversity of our communities and reflect it in our programs, services, board and staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr