Current Available Jobs for KWWL

Allen Media Broadcasting is looking for a talented and experienced Regional Chief Engineer to lead engineering operations at KWWL Television, KIMT Television and WREX Television. This qualified candidate will ensure that all projects are executed with the highest degree of technical excellence and efficiency.

As the Regional Chief Engineer, you will oversee the engineering functions for multiple locations and be based out of the KWWL building in Waterloo, Iowa.  You will manage engineering teams, provide technical leadership, and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and company objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and problem solver with strong technical expertise and excellent leadership skills.

This position also requires knowledge and experience with IT and RF technologies and equipment. Cellular ENG, remote equipment and production experience is preferred. Upon application, please highlight any experience with regional engineering and leadership.

Accountabilities:

●        Supervise day-to-day operation of all master control operators and maintenance engineers at all three stations.

●        Coordinate and staff all technical aspects of remote broadcasts and productions.

●        Oversee all maintenance and repairs on all technical, broadcast, and computer gear.

●        Develop recommendations and proposals for the implementation of new equipment and/or changes in procedure or applications of existing equipment.

●        Purchase all technical equipment and parts.

●        Oversee maintenance and operations of the physical plant including, but not limited to, heating, air conditioning, water, sewer, grounds, parking, roofing, and janitorial.

●        Ensure broadcast operations meet all FCC/FAA requirements.

●        Maintain logs; keep up-to-date maintenance records, reports, observations, and inspections.

●        Maintain and create documentation for station equipment and infrastructure.

●        Ensure the station and grounds are maintained, modified, and used in accordance with local fire, building, OSHA, City of Waterloo, State of Iowa, and federal regulations.

●        Schedule shifts for all technical maintenance, IT, and building/grounds maintenance personnel.

●        Act as consultant to the General Manager on technical budget and monitor expenses accordingly.

●        Represent the station at seminars and other events involving broadcast engineering, television, or other forms of data/information technology.

Qualifications:

●        Electrical engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred.

●        Minimum three years relevant experience in a broadcast facility.

●        Management training or experience is desirable.

●        Must possess physical ability to lift more than 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in cramped quarters.    

●        Must be capable of traversing rugged terrain at dish site and transmitter site for required maintenance work.

●        Physical ability to personally inspect tower sites from the ground.

●        General Class FCC license, SBE, CET, and other broadcast/facility maintenance certifications are desirable.

●        Thorough knowledge of a typical broadcast television signal path, from studio cameras to transmission antenna.

●        Capable of analyzing and correcting technical problems.

●        Ability to communicate with department heads while supervising technical problems.

●        Speech and hearing abilities that allow for clear communication with department heads and technical personnel (verbally and in writing).

●        Must be able to read/respond to written safety messages, warning signs, and instructional manuals and ability to distinguish/maintain color constancy.

●        Must be able to communicate effectively with vendors and manufacturers and service provider’s technical support.

●        Must be able to operate essential office equipment, including copiers/scanners, personal communications devices, image display devices, etc.

●        Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

●        Must maintain a cellular phone to be used for business communications.

If you'd like to be part of our award-winning team, send your resume to: 

Aaron Scoby

Vice President/General Manager

KWWL, KIMT, WREX

511 E 5th Street

Waterloo, IA 50703

ascoby@kwwl.com

Allen Media Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer.

KWWL Television is an NBC affiliate serving the Waterloo-Dubuque, IA market

KIMT Television is a CBS affiliate serving the Rochester, MN and Mason City, IA market

WREX Television is an NBC affiliate serving the Rockford, IL market

KWWL, the NBC affiliate serving the 94th largest market is seeking a highly motivated Newscast Director for its award-winning, state of the art fast paced production and master control facility. This position is accountable for coordination and production of newscasts and cut ins within station guidelines in a manner that will attract the largest possible viewership. The position is also accountable for master control operations, including ingesting/timing out local content and monitoring automated playlists for three stations. We are looking for a multi-tasking candidate that supports our commitment to serving the communities of eastern Iowa.

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• High school and/or technical school graduate. College courses or equivalent experience desirable.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new programs quickly and effectively.
• Ability to effectively communicate and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of analyzing and correcting technical problems.
• Experience with video production desirable.
• Familiarity with Ross Switchers, Ross Overdrive Automation, Ross XPression graphics system, Yamaha audio consoles, Harris/Imagine Master Control Automation a plus.
• Knowledge of FCC requirements for broadcast facilities, including transmission and tower light monitoring/logging and EAS notifications a plus.
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, and Encore a plus.
• Experience with lighting and set design a plus.

Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb tall ladders, move studio cameras, and set pieces.
• Must have valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Vision, speech, and hearing abilities that facilitate a rapid response to changes during a newscast.
• Possess manual dexterity to quickly move between various positions.
• Must be capable of traversing snow-covered terrain to remove snow from satellite dishes.

The Waterloo-Cedar Rapids-Dubuque-Iowa City market is a great place to live with numerous colleges and universities, good quality of life, ample recreation and close proximity to Minneapolis, Chicago and Des Moines.

KWWL is proud to be an Allen Media Broadcasting Station.

Derek Wagenhofer, Master Control Supervisor 
dwagenhofer@kwwl.com
KWWL Television, Inc.
511 East Fifth Street Waterloo, IA 50703

KWWL Television., Inc. has an immediate opening for a Sales Coordinator to work in a fast-paced team environment. The successful candidate must be detail oriented, possess strong computer skills, multi-tasking abilities and excellent organization and communication skills.

As a Sales Coordinator, you will work with Sales Account Executives, Managers, clients, staff, Management, and vendors. Excellent interpersonal skills working in a team environment are required. Essential duties will include administrative tasks such as weekly sales reports, updating and maintaining sales software programs, political advertising sales administration, entering sales contracts, providing back up to the other sales assistants, creating sales proposals, and covering a multi-station switchboard.

The successful candidate will have excellent command of Google Workspace. Educational background and relevant work experience will be considered.

KWWL is proud to be an Allen Media Broadcasting Station, a growing family-owned nationally known broadcast group with a reputation of being one of the best media companies in the country to work for.

For inquires, please contact:

Kelly Jones, General Sales Manager
kgjones@kwwl.com
KWWL Television, Inc.
511 East 5th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703 

KWWL Television, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KWWL, the NBC affiliate serving Eastern Iowa, is looking for an ambitious, talented Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist to produce new content for our award-winning television station.

You’ll enterprise, shoot, write and edit stories that set us apart from the competition. Everything from breaking news to memorable features. We’re looking for someone who is just as comfortable in a live ad-lib situation as they are with a script. Superior writing skills are key, as well as your ability to connect with the audience.

KWWL is proud to be an Allen Media Broadcasting Station.

If you’d like to be part of our award-winning team, send your resume and a link to your reel to:

Andrew Altenbern, News Director

KWWL Television, Inc.

511 East 5th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703

aaltenbern@kwwl.com

KWWL TV, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer