À propos de ce poste Reg. Head of Tech & Ops(Texas) chez TEGNA Inc.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
TEGNA is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Regional Head of Technology & Operations to lead, manage, and maintain broadcast and IT technologies across multiple award-winning media properties.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that our local media properties have the tools and technologies they need to achieve their goals. You will work closely with the Content, Marketing, Technology, and Operations teams and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration between systems, successful completion of key initiatives, and optimal technology utilization. Leveraging your technical expertise and leadership skills, you will work with local and corporate staff to bring innovative solutions to life. If you are a passionate problem-solver with a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced media environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Direct oversight of Technology and Operations across multiple media properties:
- Ensure operational excellence
- Build and manage operational and capital budgets
- Maintain compliance and oversee physical security
- Build and maintain exceptional local leaders and staff
- Build and work with local leadership on Strategic Plans
- Assist in the technical support of critical hardware and software
- Subject matter expert and special projects management:
- Lead companywide technology focus areas such as Broadcast transmitters, Towers, Field Acquisition, Sports production, Signal Distribution, Production, etc.
- Lead and maintain affiliate technology, performance, and roadmap
- Evaluate, select, and lead the implementation of special projects as needed.
- Collaboration and Support:
- Work closely across departments to ensure seamless workflow and integration between systems.
- Collaborate with the company leadership to understand the current and future needs and provide ongoing support.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation.
- Process Improvement:
- Continuously assess and refine processes related to the implementation and management of technology and operations.
- Use AI tools to optimize and improve workflows
- Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the current and competitive.
Requirements:
- Seven or more years of experience in technology or operations management
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Strong technical expertise in Sony ELC, Chyron Prime, Singular Live, BTI, Bitcentral, Harmonic Spectrum,
- Hands-on experience with production tools and editing software.
- Familiarity with cloud-based technologies and data solutions.
- Ability to analyze complex challenges, identify root causes, and develop creative solutions that meet business needs.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Experience managing complex technical projects, with a focus on Agile methodologies, stakeholder communication, and risk management.
- Experience with project management tools (Wrike), and collaboration platforms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present data and insights clearly to various stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule onsite in support of a 24x7x365 operation.
- Must be able to travel as needed in support of affiliate operations and nationwide technology initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates with experience in cloud production technologies, sports production and distribution, audio production technologies, and signal path and distribution technologies are highly encouraged to apply
- Preference given to candidates within or in close proximity to the assigned region.
- Certifications in relevant workflow tools are advantageous
Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [email protected]
Recruiting Fraud Alert:
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
