Director of Technology
https://www.clickondetroit.com/station/2026/05/19/director-of-technology/
Publish Date: 2026-05-19 12:18:00
Source Domain: www.clickondetroit.com
DETROIT – WDIV-TV, Detroit’s Local 4 and a Graham Media Group station, is looking for a Director of Technology who is as excited about what’s coming next in broadcast as they are about keeping today’s operation running flawlessly. This is a leadership role for someone who sees AI, IP infrastructure, and emerging distribution platforms not as buzzwords — but as the tools that will define local television’s next chapter.
What you’ll do
You’ll report directly to the General Manager and own everything technology at WDIV — from the control room to the cloud. More specifically:
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Lead and develop a team of broadcast engineers and IT professionals, building a culture of proactive problem-solving and continuous learning.
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Drive the station’s technology roadmap, with a clear eye toward AI-assisted workflows, IP-based infrastructure, next-gen distribution, and automation that frees our journalists and creatives to do their best work.
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Evaluate and integrate emerging AI tools across the newsroom, production, and operations — identifying opportunities where technology can enhance workflows, improve content quality, and support the work of our teams.
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Own the station’s multi-platform content distribution strategy across broadcast, streaming, OTT, and emerging platforms — ensuring reliable delivery everywhere our audience is.
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Oversee the physical plant: facilities, equipment lifecycle, capital planning, and the day-to-day reliability of a 24/7 operation.
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Manage the full technology budget — operating and capital — with sound fiscal discipline and a bias toward strategic investment over technical debt.
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Partner with News, Sales, Programming, and Creative Services to develop modern workflows that accelerate content production without sacrificing quality.
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Serve as the station’s internal authority on emerging broadcast standards (ATSC 3.0/NextGen TV, IP production environments, cloud playout, etc.) and their practical application for WDIV.
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Collaborate actively with…
