WCVB, the ABC affiliate in Boston, Massachusetts, has an opening for a Director of Engineering. As Director of Engineering, you will lead the station's engineering department, working with the Assistant Chief Engineer, Technical Operations Manager, IT Manager, and Facilities Manager, to manage all aspects of the department. You will demonstrate the ability to organize, plan, manage, document and complete assignments within a live broadcast environment, and you will work closely with the President and General Manager, the other station department heads and the Hearst Television corporate engineering team to meet the station's facilities and team needs. We are looking for someone with a commitment to broadcast excellence, teamwork, and with a passion for serving the local community, who is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of our ongoing evolving industry. You will report directly to the President and General Manager.
This is an in-person position based at our Needham, Massachusetts facility, with no opportunity for remote work. Occasional travel may be required.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the engineering department, which includes technical operations, the maintenance shop, and facilities
Partner closely with the President and General Manager, other department heads and the corporate engineering team to ensure station facilities and teams have what they need to succeed
Oversee all technical aspects of the annual Boston Marathon broadcast, America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration and Boston's Holiday Lights
Oversee all studio and field equipment
Oversee station facilities, including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
Ensure station IT systems are kept up to date and compliant with company cybersecurity protocols
Oversee IT integrity and infrastructure
Maintain regulatory compliance and quality control of our on-air product across multiple air channels
Oversee maintenance of the transmitter, satellite antenna systems, automation, signal distribution and routing systems
Work collaboratively in a union environment (IBEW)
Lead budgeting and capital planning
Support and oversee repair of all studio and field equipment
Exhibit working knowledge of television maintenance, FCC requirements and licensing, and OSHA guidelines
Requirements
5+ years of experience in broadcast operations
3+ years of management experience
FCC General Class License, SBE Certified or related military experience will be considered
Experience working in a union environment is a plus
Salary
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $180,000 and $200,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
About Hearst Television
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous