MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR/DIRECTOR - WBKO
About the Role
WBKO-TV is seeking a dynamic, tech-savvy individual to join our award-winning team. This full-time master control operator/newscast director position entails prepping on-air elements as well as directing live, pre-recorded, and web productions.
Responsibilities
- Studio Production
- Master Control Switching
- Recording programming
- Satellite downlink operation
- Ingest programming and advertising into automation system
- Direct live newscast following station guidelines
- Monitor all on-air streams
- Assist in maintenance and upkeep of work environment
- Responsible for studio setup
- Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities may be assigned at any time
Requirements
- Prior broadcast or video experience preferred, but training is provided
- Must be able to perform accurately under pressure of live television operation
- Must have developed and displayed responsible work habits with minimal supervision
- Able to handle moderate to high stress and deadline pressure
- Must be able to work flexible days, hours, and holidays
- Some Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro knowledge a plus
- MVR check required
About Gray Media and WBKO
Today, Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. WBKO is home to award-winning journalism in the heart of south-central Kentucky between Louisville and Nashville. WBKO is the dominant source for local news and entertainment in the Bowling Green area and operates the ABC, FOX, Telemundo, Tennessee Valley Sports Network, and CW affiliates.
Bowling Green is the third largest and fastest growing city in Kentucky and is “geared for fun” as the home of the Corvette, the Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball team, an active arts scene, and countless caves and hiking trails ready to be explored! WBKO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company.