Reg. Head of Tech & Ops(Texas)

The role

The Regional Head of Technology & Operations will lead and manage broadcast and IT technologies across multiple media properties. This role involves ensuring operational excellence, managing budgets, and leading companywide technology focus areas.

What you will do

• 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
• 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

Required qualifications

• 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, XOS, and Dante Audio platforms
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule onsite in support of a 24x7x365 operation

Nice to have

• Experience in cloud production technologies, sports production and distribution, audio production technologies, and signal path and distribution technologies
• Preference given to candidates within or in close proximity to the assigned region
• Certifications in relevant workflow tools

Benefits

• Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with 1% - 80% contribution options
• 100% match on first 4% of 401(k) contributions
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine paid holidays per year

About the company

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services. It has 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets.