Master Control Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control on-air signals for multiple broadcast stations and subchannels
• Operate and manage broadcast automation systems across station properties
• Avoid inaccurate playout of programming, commercials, promos, EAS alerts, and graphics
• Switch live programming and breaking news feeds as directed
• Ingest and prepare content for air across multiple stations
• Maintain accurate FCC and station logs
• Perform quality assurance checks for audio, video, and closed captioning
• Troubleshoot technical issues and escalate to engineering as needed
• Cookordination with traffic, programming, and news departments
• Execute special event broadcasts and network join/leave procedures

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Technology, Communications, or related field preferred
• 1+ years of master control or broadcast operations experience preferred
• Experience with multi-channel automation systems (Florical) preferred
• Working knowledge of FCC rules and compliance requirements preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills preferred
• Excellent communication skills preferred
• Ability to remain composed during technical disruptions preferred

Technical Skills

• Broadcast automation and playout systems
• Video servers, routers, and switchers
• Satellite and IP-based feed monitoring
• Audio/video signal analysis
• Basic networking and IT troubleshooting

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a computer workstation and broadcast monitoring equipment
• Manual dexterity required to operate broadcast control panels, keyboards, and other technical systems with precision
• Visual ability (with or without correction) to monitor multiple video and audio streams and detect technical issues or signal irregularities
• Auditory ability (with or without aids) to monitor audio quality and detect anomalies across radio and television signals
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 25 pounds (e.g., cables, drives, backup media)
• Ability to work varied hours, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, in support of 24/7 broadcast operations

Benefits

• Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
• First of the month after 30 days employment
• Subject to plan terms
• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability
• PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
• Company-Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.