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As we grow our content offerings and expand our broadcast, cable, and digital distribution channels ... The role of Master Control Operator is responsible for operating the multi-channel and multi-brand ...

As we grow our content offerings and expand our broadcast, cable, and digital distribution channels ... The role of Master Control Operator is responsible for operating the multi-channel and multi-brand ...

Master Control Operator

Sterling, VA · On-site

$37K - $68K/yr

The Master Control Operator will be a hands-on contributor to Master Control Operations providing ... distribution Have knowledge of broadcast automation systems, video servers, and graphics generators ...

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Part-time Master Control Operator

Manchester, NH

Hearst
Motion Picture and Video Production • 10K+ employees

Part-time

Re-posted 18 hours ago


Hearst rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Part-time Broadcast Master Control Operator

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a part-time Master Control Operator who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly. You will report to the Production Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast
  • Maintain on air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming
  • Monitor multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and signal integrity
  • Operate broadcast automation equipment
  • Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
  • Observe transmitters and take readings
  • Maintain program and transmitter logs
  • Edit and append playlists
  • Acquire content from distributors and content delivery systems
  • Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies

Requirements

  • 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications
  • Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production
  • Work in a collaborative environment and independently
  • Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; training will be offered for qualified candidates
  • Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging
  • Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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