Vice President of Technology

This is a Full Time Job

Vice President, Technology (WPVI)

Job Summary:

WPVI-TV, the ABC Owned Television station serving Philadelphia and the surrounding tri-state region, is seeking an experienced and innovative Vice President, Technology to lead all broadcast, IT, and technical operations for Action News and the station's multi-platform content ecosystem.

As a member of the station's senior leadership team, this executive will oversee engineering, technology, and facilities operations, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the systems that power a 24/7 news operation. The VP, Technology will lead modernization efforts, drive operational excellence, and develop a high-performing team that supports WPVI's continued growth and innovation.

Responsibilities:
• Lead all engineering, broadcast technology, IT, and facilities operations for WPVI.
• Ensure the reliability, resiliency, security, and performance of systems supporting a 24/7 news and content operation.
• Develop and execute technology strategies that support business objectives, newsroom innovation, and audience growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop teams of engineers, IT professionals, and technical staff.
• Manage capital and operating budgets, vendor relationships, and technology procurement.
• Drive modernization initiatives, workflow improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with station leadership and ABC Owned Television Stations teams to implement enterprise technology strategies and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, corporate policies, and industry standards.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to station leadership on technology investments, risk management, and future capabilities.

Basic Qualifications
• Minimum 15 years of experience in media technology, operations, and project management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing technical teams in complex, mission-critical environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams and day-to-day operations while influencing senior leadership on strategic decisions and organizational direction.
• Exceptional strategic planning, critical thinking, project management, and operational leadership skills.
• Experience leading large-scale technology initiatives, infrastructure projects, and organizational change efforts.
• Strong experience managing vendor relationships, technology procurement, contract negotiations, and budget optimization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, business partners, executive leadership, and end users across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to balance immediate operational priorities with long-term technology strategy and innovation.
• Commitment to customer service, responsiveness, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a television broadcast, digital media, or live production environment.
• Knowledge of modern broadcast systems, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, networking, and content distribution platforms.
• Experience leading technology transformation and modernization efforts.
• Familiarity with unionized environments.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.