Broadcast Engineering

Full-Time Broadcast Engineer

Elevate Your Career in Broadcast Technology | Full-Time Broadcast Engineer | Fort Myers Broadcasting Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn't just a maintenance role — it's a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably. Why Fort Myers Broadcasting? You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. What You'll Do As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You'll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.

Maintain and troubleshoot computers, servers, and broadcast-related systems

Support users across news, production, and business units with hardware/software issues

Ensure smooth transmission and operation of all live and recorded broadcasts

Perform preventative maintenance, equipment installations, and emergency repairs

Provide hands-on support during breaking news, severe weather, and system upgrades

Assist in engineering projects and station-wide technical initiatives

2–3 years of broadcast or professional engineering experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent certification/experience
• Familiarity with Windows OS, server and desktop environments, and networking/IP systems
• Hands-on experience with broadcast equipment and transmission systems
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or on-call during critical events

Knowledge of video photography equipment and production workflows

Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.

Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.

Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office, recording, and production equipment.

Benefits: Full-time new hires: Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability

• PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.