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Hearst

Part Time Broadcast Operations Technician

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $49.84/hr

You'll join a team that supports every aspect of broadcast operations - from control room execution ... Manage ENG signal acquisition and distribution, ensuring high-quality feeds for live and recorded ...

Hearst

Part Time Broadcast Operations Technician

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $49.84/hr

You'll join a team that supports every aspect of broadcast operations - from control room execution ... Manage ENG signal acquisition and distribution, ensuring high-quality feeds for live and recorded ...

Hearst

Part Time Broadcast Operations Technician

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $49.84/hr

You'll join a team that supports every aspect of broadcast operations - from control room execution ... Manage ENG signal acquisition and distribution, ensuring high-quality feeds for live and recorded ...

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How much do broadcast operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for broadcast operations manager in the United States is $74,412.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Broadcast Operations Manager job?

A Broadcast Operations Manager oversees the technical and operational aspects of television or radio broadcasts, ensuring seamless transmission and compliance with industry standards. They manage schedules, supervise technical staff, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with production teams to maintain broadcast quality. Their responsibilities often include workflow optimization, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of broadcasting technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Broadcast Operations Manager position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Broadcast Operations Manager, you need comprehensive knowledge of broadcast systems, signal flow, scheduling, and regulatory compliance, usually supported by a relevant degree and industry experience. Familiarity with automation systems, play-out servers, broadcasting software, and FCC regulations is essential, and certifications like SBE (Society of Broadcast Engineers) can be advantageous. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills help in managing teams and urgent technical challenges. These capabilities ensure accurate, reliable broadcast operations and effective coordination across technical and production departments.

What does a typical day look like for a Broadcast Operations Manager?

A typical day for a Broadcast Operations Manager involves overseeing the live and recorded content transmission, troubleshooting technical issues, scheduling staff shifts, and ensuring compliance with broadcast regulations. Managers work closely with engineering, production, and programming teams to maintain seamless broadcast operations and address any on-air disruptions promptly. They also review system logs, manage equipment maintenance schedules, and implement process improvements. The role often requires balancing urgent issues with longer-term projects, making it both dynamic and collaborative.
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Broadcast Operations Manager

Broadcast Operations Manager

Curtis Media Group

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Curtis Media Group is seeking a Broadcast Operations Manager for our multi-market North Carolina radio stations. The Operations Manager will work closely with the programming, engineering, traffic and IT staff to oversee the day-to-day operations of our FCC licensed radio stations, digital, networks and additional enterprises. The Operations Manager will work with ownership and senior management in the administration of operational, compliance and administrative activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Oversees and coordinates the continuous, multifaceted daily operations of radio stations, ensuring compliance with broadcast standards, FCC rules and regulations, and relevant federal and state laws and regulations.
  2. Maintains accurate schedules, records, discrepancy reports, and follow-through communications, and ensures that all on-air broadcast programming complies with FCC rules and regulations.
  3. Participates in the establishment, organization, and implementation of short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement.
  4. Directs and administers the provision of day-to-day operation support to the various sub-units of the station, including the non-engineering portions of the station's physical plant, space allocation and utilization, station supplies and inventory, and station safety and security.
  5. Assigns, allocates work, and generally oversees operational and engineering personnel engaged in continuous station operations; performs recruitment, training, scheduling, retention, problem resolution, and performance management.
  6. Develops and implements systems to maintain records on station operations, equipment, and compliance activities; prepares regular and ad-hoc reports.
  7. Provides advice and assistance to senior station management in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of modification to existing operations, systems, and procedures.
  8. Researches and makes recommendations to management pertaining to acquisition of operating equipment; participates in the development and management of annual operating budgets.
  9. Supervises and maintains station FCC Public files including station Political Disclosure Statements, uploading of information to individual station public files including Issues & Ascertainment, EEO and political and issue advertising orders.
  10. May provide services as an on-air host, as required.
  11. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
  • IT and radio automation operations are a must.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of personnel
  • Records maintenance skills.
  • Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
  • Knowledge of radio principles, procedures, operations, and standards.
  • Knowledge and understanding of radio communications facilities and distribution, and automation systems.
  • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
  • Knowledge of inventory management practices.
  • Knowledge of radio organizational structures, workflows, systems, and operating procedures.
  • Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
  • Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
  • Knowledge of FCC and other federal, state and local broadcasting regulations.
  • Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
  • Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of facilities management, physical plant, safety, and building safety and security procedures.
  • Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
  • Supervision of individual station issues and ascertainment for
  • EEO compliance
  • Uploading of Political and Issue orders to FCC public file database
  • Knowledge of on-air and remote broadcasting processes and procedures.
  • Skills in examining and developing station operations and procedures, formulating policy, and implementing organizational strategies and procedures.
  • Ability to oversee, coordinate, and support the execution of continuous broadcast schedules on a 24x7 basis.
  • Knowledge of current and developing trends in radio.
  • Skill in operating radio equipment.

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