Broadcast Technology Lead

<div class="content-intro"><h3>About TEGNA</h3> <p>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.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WTHR, the TEGNA-owned NBC</strong> affiliate in Indianapolis, is seeking a <strong>Broadcast Technology Lead</strong> to drive innovation and maintain excellence across our broadcast and IT infrastructure. This is a pivotal role for a technical visionary who balances hands-on expertise with strategic project leadership.</p> <p>The Broadcast Engineer Lead is responsible for shaping system design decisions, defining local engineering standards, and leading complex projects that directly impact station operations. Operating with significant autonomy, you will not only execute tasks but also take full accountability for technical outcomes, ensuring our 24/7 environment remains resilient, modern, and efficient.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Technical Leadership &amp; Ownership</li> <li>System Accountability: Serve as the primary technical owner for key broadcast and IT systems; ensure reliability, scalability, and long-term performance.</li> <li>Strategic Direction: Make independent decisions regarding system architecture and technical standards within corporate guidelines.</li> <li>Modernization: Proactively identify opportunities for upgrades and recommend technology roadmaps aligned with evolving business needs.</li> <li>Influence &amp; Mentorship: Act as the technical authority and escalation point for engineering staff; mentor team members by setting direction and reviewing work for quality.</li> <li>Project Leadership &amp; Design</li> <li>End-to-End Project Management: Lead the planning, technical design, and execution of major local, capital, and corporate engineering projects.</li> <li>Scope &amp; Risk: Establish project scope, technical approaches, sequencing, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery.</li> <li>Systems Integration: Design and approve the integration of studios, control rooms, transmission infrastructure, automation, and digital asset management systems.</li> <li>Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with corporate engineering, vendors, IT security, and station leadership to translate technical strategy into business outcomes.</li> <li>Operational Excellence &amp; Compliance</li> <li>System Maintenance: Maintain and upgrade infrastructure i