Job Description

About Rural Media Group

Rural Media Group (RMG) is the parent company of RFD-TV, RFD-TV Now, and Rural Radio on SiriusXM, dedicated to serving the needs and interests of rural America. Our platforms connect audiences with news, entertainment, and lifestyle content that celebrates agriculture and the rural way of life.

At RMG, we are passionate about supporting America’s heartland and seek employees who share our enthusiasm for agriculture and rural communities. We value entrepreneurial thinkers, creative problem solvers, and professionals eager to grow in a dynamic media environment..

An ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of the television network environment. Responsibilities will include installation, support, and maintenance of all equipment within the broadcast environment. This equipment includes video production and master control switchers, video routers, video servers, studio and ENG cameras, video monitors, audio equipment, intercom and IFB systems, graphics equipment, computers, IP transmission equipment, and other electronic equipment generally associated with a television network.

Daily Responsibilities

• The Broadcast Engineer requires a wide range of technical skills necessary to perform maintenance, installation, and operation of broadcast equipment in both studio and outside broadcast facilities in a fast-paced production environment.
• In-house production support of live and recorded programming requires a strong knowledge of broadcast infrastructure, which includes technical spaces (control rooms, studios) and traditional support for an on-site business team.
• Collaboration with Engineering team members, Vendors, clients, and other support groups is required to troubleshoot and resolve issues with broadcast/multimedia systems in our production environments.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• 2 or 4-year technical degree/certifications are preferred, however, not essential with previous relevant experience in television.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities. This may include some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong analytical mind, technical background, and an ability to work calmly under pressure.

Knowledge of the following equipment is a plus:

· Ross Carbonite Ultra production switcher

· Ross Ultrix Router

· Ross Streamline

· Ross Abekis Mira Instant Replay

· Ross Xpression

· AP ENPS

· Dejero Bonded Cellular

· Riedel Intercom

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