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Job Offer: Vice President, Technology:Window to the World Communications, Inc.Job description: Vice President, Technology Listing description WTTW (Chicago PBS) and WFMT (classical music radio station) are looking for a Vice President, Technology . This position is primarily responsible for planning, evaluation, acquisition, installation, and maintenance of all related material and resources supporting media platforms for broadcast and related production/distribution operations; IT; and facilities. The Vice President, Technology will also be responsible for proactively managing engineering staff and equipment for production operations functions, and superviseing and serving as the primary point of contact for our external master control operation and other broadcasting vendors. The function requires oversight and on-call availcapability 24/7 for all functions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Broadcast Engineering - Maintenance » supervise and maintain broadcast engineering equipment and transmitter to ensure leading edge technology and performance. » supervise engineering interconnection, project design, construction, installation, and maintenance. Broadcast Engineering - Production and Program Distribution Operations » supervise engineering and production staffing, equipment, and services to align with production needs and deliverables. » Effectively manage and motivate staff to ensure best-in-class and cost/time-efficient broadcast and distribution operations to deliver the highest level of quality to audience. » Evaluate, improve, and document technical systems and processes, quality control procedures, optimized workflows, and performance tracking. » Coordinate with PBS and other third-party distribution entities to ensure timely and quality-controlled delivery of assets with established specifications in mind. » Identify current and long-term facility and equipment needs located on content, production services, and government (FCC, EAS) requirements and obligations. IT/Archiving/Media Management » Provide management, direction and vision for Information technology needs across the organization. » Plan and implement upgrades to network, hardware, and software systems. » supervise and ensure data security across all company systems. » Evaluate and assess current media management capabilities/systems and make recommendations on future technology requirements to ensure short- and long-term vicapability and accessibility. » supervise external IT, phone and other communications vendors. Facilities/Security » supervise campus security and safety. » supervise maintenance and upkeep of all aspects of the physical plant. » supervise and work with related vendors/partners as needed. Management, leadership abilities and future technology sustaincapability » Initiate, deploy, and manage union and related staff training on current and future equipment, technology, expertise, procedures, and workflows. » Develop/maintain deep knowledge of union contracts (IBEW, DGA, AFTRA); educate/train bargaining unit and non-bargaining unit staff on jurisdictional rules. » Lead management team in IBEW and DGA union negotiations to ensure flexible, agile, and efficient culture and workflows. » Develop and implement technology strategy to align with strategic plan and prepare for future-state operations. » Establish goals and measurable results for production operations and technology teams; document policies, procedures, and performance. expertise/Appropriate qualifications: » Thorough knowledge of FCC rules, regulations and compliance requirements » Outstanding interpersonal and leadership abilities expertise » capability to guide others through high-level technology and equipment operations » Demonstrated knowledge of business needs, competitive/market trends, problem-solving, contingency planning, latest technologies essential to current and future business needs » expertise compliant with FCC broadcast engineering standards » Must be process oriented, results-driven and focused on demonstrable results » High level of personal integrity and leadership abilities capability, communication, planning, decision making, and customer service expertise » Excellent written and oral communication expertise » capability to multitask, dynamically prioritize and work under pressure » Must have the capacity to effectively manage complex projects, large budgets and meet deadlines » Must be able to work nights, weekends, and be available 24/7 as needed » Effective negotiating expertise practice: » Five to ten years + of demonstrated management leadership abilities with practice directly related to technology/broadcast engineering management required » practice in maintenance and repair of technology-located or broadcast systems, high power transmitters and network infrastructure » Familiarity with labor law and practices » Proven track record of production operations management » Demonstrated leadership abilities in technology architecture visioning/planning » Effective management of production operations engineering team » ATSC 3.0 practice a plus suitable education Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Broadcast Engineering, computer science or related technology field Organization: Window to the World Communications, Inc. Job Job location: Chicago, IL United States Job Job Category: Production/Programming Engineering/Operation/Technical Information Technology (IT) Deadline: Sunday, June 30, 2024 Employment Type: Full time Send Application Materials To: Please apply directly on our website:https://phe.tbe.taleo.net/phe03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org= WWCI&cws=40&rid=326 Website: WTTW Job Field: Radio and Television
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