About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KWQC:
KWQC-TV6 is the dominant NBC affiliate serving Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. As the Quad Cities’ #1 station for news, sports, information, and entertainment, KWQC features the most experienced media team in the market. Guided by our brand promise of "Making a Difference" in our communities, our mission is to keep our viewers safe, informed, and connected while guiding them through an ever-evolving digital world.
But working at KWQC is only part of the draw—the Quad Cities region is a phenomenal, award-winning place to build a life:
Nationally Recognized Quality of Life: Davenport was recently ranked in the Top 50 "Best Places to Live" in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, celebrated for its great value, strong local job market, and exceptional quality of life.
Unbeatable Affordability: The Quad Cities ranks as one of the country's most affordable metro areas, featuring a cost of living and housing prices significantly below the national average.
Rich Culture & Activities: Nestled right on the banks of the scenic Mississippi River, the region boasts a thriving craft brewery scene, a vibrant theater community (including the Adler Theatre and Circa '21), major events like the PGA Tour’s John Deere Classic, and championship minor league sports at the award-winning Modern Woodmen Park.
Stress-Free Commutes: Average daily commute times across the bi-state metro are nearly 10 minutes shorter than the national average, leaving you more time to enjoy your life outside of work.
Perfectly Connected: Enjoy the tight-knit feel of a riverfront metro while staying highly connected. You are just 2 hours from Des Moines, 2.5 hours from Chicago, 4 hours from St. Louis, and 5.5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Job Summary/Description:
Our IT/Broadcast Engineer will assist in maintaining the day-to-day integrity, reliability, and security of our broadcast television equipment, networks, and general IT systems. This role is a hybrid of traditional broadcast engineering (RF, cameras, switchers, master control) and modern IT support (networking, desktop support, server maintenance).
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Support engineering aspects of the technical facility, including studio support, post-editing systems, field production support, and transmission of live/recorded events & programs
• Know broadcast equipment, technology, and systems, and be able to step in and assist in emergency situations
• Performs regular maintenance tasks, including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Documents and executes necessary corrective actions
• Ensures all equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts – corrects and documents technical problems
• Assists with implementing Engineering projects
• Maintains building needs
• Has a working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems
• Familiar with networking and IP addressing
• Must be available to work during breaking news situations, severe weather, new system integrations, and updates
• Display and maintain a professional appearance, based on station standards and a professional demeanor
Qualifications/Requirements:
• 2-3 years of professional or broadcast experience preferred.
• A Bachelor's Degree or similar certification is preferred, but not required.
• Previous working experience in engineering is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to operate in high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of professional video photography equipment and techniques
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to all work situations
• Must be able to work varying hours and weekends
• Professional, communicative, highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and focused individual traits
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KWQC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- 2-3 years of professional or broadcast experience
- Bachelor’s degree or similar certification
- Previous working experience in engineering
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to operate in high-pressure situations
- Knowledge of professional video photography equipment and techniques
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly to all work situations
- Ability to work varying hours and weekends
- Professional, communicative, highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and focused
Gray Media Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gray Media and has not been reviewed or approved by Gray Media.
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Affordable Benefits — A no‑premium employee‑only medical option and heavily subsidized alternatives reduce premium costs, with added features like virtual care, infertility/adoption support, and travel reimbursement. Company‑paid life and disability insurance further bolster overall value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid parental leave, and company holidays are presented as standard elements of the package. These are complemented by wellbeing resources such as a 24/7 EAP and substance‑reduction programs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) Savings Plan is offered, with company materials and listings referencing employer contributions or matching. This provides structured retirement planning within the broader rewards mix.
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What We Do
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray’s additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. Gray owns a majority interest in Swirl Films. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.
