Nexstar Media Group is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Specialist to join our Engineering organization in Chicago supporting both NewsNation and WGN-TV. If you're ready for a challenging and dynamic opportunity to work with leading-edge technology in a live news environment, we want to hear from you.
This position reports to the Manager of Information Technology for NewsNation and WGN-TV Chicago and provides support for newsrooms, production control rooms, sales, creative services, producers and talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows, macOS, and Linux systems across News, Creative Services, and other departments.
Provide expert support for Microsoft Office 365 applications and related plug-ins.
Manage and maintain critical infrastructure, including national news production servers, content storage systems, playout servers, graphics, and editing systems.
Install, configure, and resolve issues with Adobe Creative Cloud applications and plug-ins.
Diagnose and repair desktop and laptop hardware, including drives, memory, and peripherals.
Perform regular system backups and restorations, particularly for high-performance RAID-based broadcast systems.
Configure and troubleshoot IP networks, including 10Gbps+ high-speed links and geographically distributed systems.
Install and manage network routers and switches in collaboration with Corporate IT.
Support both local and remote users in a mission-critical, 24/7 news environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
Degree in Information Technology or related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Solid background in IT systems, Active Directory, server administration, and networking.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco) are a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer support and satisfaction.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure in a live broadcast setting.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in support of live news operations.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to troubleshoot critical systems with urgency and precision.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 100 feet.
Some climbing, kneeling, and crawling may be required.
Manual dexterity is necessary to operate keyboards, tools, and technical equipment.
A valid driver’s license is required; must be able to safely operate company vehicles.
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to be part of a growing national news brand while also contributing to the success of a respected local television institution. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals.
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Compensation:
$30 to $38 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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Skills Required
- Support and troubleshoot Windows, macOS, and Linux systems
- Expert support for Microsoft Office 365 and related plug-ins
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot Adobe Creative Cloud applications and plug-ins
- Manage and maintain servers, high-performance RAID storage, playout servers, graphics, and editing systems
- Configure and troubleshoot IP networks including 10Gbps+ links; install/manage routers and switches
- Solid background in IT systems, Active Directory, server administration, and networking
- Ability to diagnose and repair desktop and laptop hardware
- Perform regular system backups and restorations for broadcast systems
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills focused on customer support
- Degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Cisco)
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; some climbing, kneeling, crawling; manual dexterity
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles safely
What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions. In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers. From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
