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Digital Remedy

Master Control Operator

Bristol, VA · On-site

Audio specifications * Video specifications * Secondary events (GPI,SCTE104 and Graphic Insertion) * Content * Closed Captioning * Active Format Descriptor. * Ensure proper video routing. * Record ...

Digital Remedy

Master Control Operator

Hunt Valley, MD

$18.50 - $19/hr

Audio specifications * Video specifications * Secondary events (GPI,SCTE104 and Graphic Insertion) * Content * Closed Captioning * Active Format Descriptor. * Ensure proper video routing. * Record ...

Brooklyn Museum

Audio Visual Technician

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$57K/yr

Post-production editing and captioning on media for exhibitions and public events * Set up projections for talks/lectures, assisting Museum staff with virtual programs, audio support for musical ...

Brooklyn Museum

Audio Visual Technician

Brooklyn, NY

$57K/yr

Post-production editing and captioning on media for exhibitions and public events * Set up projections for talks/lectures, assisting Museum staff with virtual programs, audio support for musical ...

Acquisition.com LLC

Senior AI Engineer, Media

$175K - $200K/yr

Build and operate generative media pipelines (video, audio, captioning, thumbnails, long-form to short-form repurposing) using ComfyUI, Fal, and direct model APIs. You will partner with the ...

Dolby

Sr. Foundational Audio AI Researcher

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Consequently, experience with audio models, language models, question answering, vision-language models, captioning, etc. would be highly beneficial. What You Will Accomplish • Partner closely with ...

Harvey

Media Production Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$155K - $233K/yr

Run the livestream and broadcast stack end-to-end: cameras, switchers, encoders, audio, captioning, and the platforms we distribute through (Zoom, Slack, internal channels). * Partner with Internal ...

Perle AI

$18 - $23.50/hr

Audio ranges from clean studio recordings to natural conversational speech in real-world acoustic ... At least two years of professional transcription, captioning, court reporting, broadcast ...

Dance Place

Audio and Video Technician

Washington, DC

$25 - $35/hr

Maintain and support the theater's captioning system and train staff on its use. Facilities ... Support audio and video systems for virtual and hybrid performances. Collaboration & Venue Support

Dance Place

Audio and Video Technician

Washington, DC · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Maintain and support the theater's captioning system and train staff on its use. Facilities ... Support audio and video systems for virtual and hybrid performances. Collaboration & Venue Support

Dance Place

Audio and Video Technician

Washington, DC · On-site

Maintain and support the theaters captioning system and train staff on its use. Facilities ... Support audio and video systems for virtual and hybrid performances. Collaboration & Venue Support

3Play Media

Senior Applied Data Scientist

... live auto-captioning, audio description, transcription, and subtitling services. Founded in 2007, the company is headquartered in Boston, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is ...

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How much do audio captioning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for audio captioning in the United States is $84,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Audio Captioning job?

An Audio Captioning job involves listening to audio content and creating accurate text descriptions or captions. This may include transcribing speech, describing background sounds, and ensuring captions are synchronized with the audio. Professionals in this role work on media such as videos, podcasts, or live broadcasts to improve accessibility for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Strong listening skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with captioning software are essential for success in this field.

What are some common challenges faced in Audio Captioning roles, and how can I prepare for them?

One of the most common challenges in audio captioning is dealing with poor audio quality, heavy accents, overlapping speech, or specialized terminology, which can make accurate transcription more difficult. To prepare for these challenges, it's important to have strong comprehension skills, practice with a variety of audio samples, and become comfortable using audio editing tools to enhance clarity. Many roles also require you to meet tight deadlines, so time management and the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure are crucial. Learning industry best practices and familiarizing yourself with the latest captioning software can also help you excel in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Audio Captioning position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Audio Captioning, you need excellent listening skills, strong command of grammar and spelling, and attention to detail, often supported by relevant training or experience in transcription or captioning. Familiarity with audio editing and captioning software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Aegisub, or specialized captioning platforms is commonly required. Outstanding time management, focus, and the ability to work independently are key soft skills for this role. These skills ensure captions are accurate, delivered on deadline, and compliant with accessibility standards for various audiences.

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Infographic showing various Audio Captioning job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,456 per year, or $40.6 per hour.
Master Control Operator

Master Control Operator

Digital Remedy

Bristol, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Sinclair's content technology is at the core of our operational excellence. We thrive on innovation and a passion for connecting people with the best local news and sports content. As we grow our content offerings and expand our broadcast, cable, and digital distribution channels, we are embracing modern technologies to fuel that growth. We are excited by the promise of cloud-first approaches and artificial intelligence in media systems. Sinclair believes that flexibility and agility will address rapidly changing media environments and we are confident that great people and great technology equal great solutions.

The role of Master Control Operator is responsible for operating the multi-channel and multi-brand control point for Sinclair Television Stations located in Bristol, VA. Duties include, but are not limited to, Live event operations, graphics insertion, playlist manipulation, and monitoring on-air quality of the TV Station to ensure all content airs accurately and reflects the traffic and programming schedules.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Understand and follow standard operating procedures for various networks, including high profile live events and disaster recovery.
  • Modification and verification of playlists for current and future broadcast times.
  • Manipulate playlist for the different "join in progress" scenarios.
  • Consistently monitor on-air material and communicate any discrepancies to Managers.
  • Consistently ensure that playlist information and media content are accurate, which may include but is not limited to:
  • SOM/EOM of segments
  • Database Information
  • Audio specifications
  • Video specifications
  • Secondary events (GPI,SCTE104 and Graphic Insertion)
  • Content
  • Closed Captioning
  • Active Format Descriptor.
  • Ensure proper video routing.
  • Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout.
  • Monitor equipment for performance / device failures.
  • Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and on air discrepancies.
  • Setup and review content prior to scheduled airtime.
  • Communicate effectively with Managers and Operators to ensure a smooth transition between shifts.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Understand and follow departmental policies.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1 Year experience in Master Control Operations functions.
  • Experience in Local TV Station Operations. (A PLUS)
  • Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events. (A PLUS)
  • Must have great attention to detail and ability to multitask, monitoring multiple playlists and video monitors simultaneously.
  • General understanding of industry regulations and standards for video, audio, captioning and loudness.
  • Understanding of broadcast technology such as switchers, server playout, automation systems, waveform monitors and rasterizers.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, work under stress and perform as part of a team.
  • Aptitude for operating electronic equipment and the capability to learn specialized applications.
  • Experience with Systems and Hardware for Content Ingest, Playout and Distribution.
  • Knowledge of Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system. (A PLUS)  
  • Available to work any shift in a 24/7 Operation as well as holidays and weekends.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. 

 
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 
About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found atwww.sbgi.net. 


 
About the Team

 
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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