Jeremy Hewitt
About Jeremy Hewitt
Jeremy Hewitt is the Chief Engineer at CUMULUS MEDIA, where he has worked since 2024. He has a diverse background in broadcast engineering, with previous roles at iHeartMedia, Inrush Broadcast Services, and other companies, and holds multiple degrees in Physics, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.
Current Role at Cumulus Media
Jeremy Hewitt serves as the Chief Engineer at Cumulus Media, a position he has held since 2024. He is based in the Appleton/Green Bay area of Wisconsin. In this role, he oversees engineering operations, ensuring the technical integrity and reliability of broadcast systems. His responsibilities include managing electrical systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Broadcast Engineering
Prior to his current role, Jeremy Hewitt accumulated extensive experience in broadcast engineering. He worked as a Regional Engineer at iHeartMedia from 2018 to 2022 in the Hartford, Connecticut area. His career also includes positions as an Assistant Regional Engineer at ION Media Networks and as a Broadcast Technician at RNN. These roles contributed to his expertise in managing broadcast operations and technical systems.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Jeremy Hewitt holds multiple degrees in engineering and science. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from the College of the Holy Cross from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Manhattan College from 2006 to 2009, followed by another Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of New Haven from 2010 to 2015. This diverse educational background supports his technical expertise in broadcast engineering.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Jeremy possesses specialized knowledge in power distribution for light commercial applications, which is crucial for managing electrical systems in broadcast environments. He has extensive experience in performing maintenance on generator and UPS systems, ensuring uninterrupted broadcast operations. Additionally, he has a strong understanding of the National Electrical Code, which is vital for compliance and safety in engineering projects.
Early Career and Internships
Jeremy Hewitt began his career with an internship at OEM Controls in 2008, where he worked for seven months as an Engineering Intern. He later transitioned to a Project Engineer role at the same company in 2009. These early experiences laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in broadcast engineering and contributed to his professional development in the field.