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Overnight Television Master Control Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of multiple television stations owned by Nexstar Broadcasting through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. The ...

The Master Control Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the preparation of material for on-air playback via an automation system, supporting a 24/7 TV broadcast company. The ideal ...

Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production * Work in a collaborative environment and independently * Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred ...

The Master Control Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the preparation of material for on-air playback via an automation system, supporting a 24/7 TV broadcast company. The ideal ...

Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production * Work in a collaborative environment and independently * Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred ...

Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production * Work in a collaborative environment and independently * Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred ...

Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production * Work in a collaborative environment and independently * Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred ...

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. * Updates and maintains signal control ...

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. Hourly wage range is $18-$20. NOTE: This ...

Qualifications: * 3+ Years experience as Master Control Operator or Technicians in Master Control and Ingest Areas of Television and Content Media Companies. * Experience with On Air Master Control ...

FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We ... ABOUT THE ROLE The Master Control Operator supports all technical and operations workflows within ...

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What is the difference between Overnight Television Master Control vs Overnight Television Broadcast Technician?

AspectOvernight Television Master ControlOvernight Television Broadcast Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require technical certificationsHigh school diploma; technical certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentControl room, broadcast station, or network facility, often overnight shiftsBroadcast facilities, technical areas, or control rooms, often during overnight hours
Employer & Industry UsageTelevision stations, networks, and cable providersBroadcast stations, cable companies, and media outlets
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Overnight Television Master Control primarily involves monitoring and controlling live broadcasts from the control room, ensuring smooth transmission. Overnight Television Broadcast Technicians focus more on maintaining and repairing broadcast equipment. While both roles work overnight shifts in broadcast environments and share similar certifications, Master Control staff oversee the broadcast flow, whereas Technicians handle technical maintenance.

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Master Control Operator

WOWK-TV

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of multiple television stations owned by Nexstar Broadcasting through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. The position is based at our Hub in Dallas located at KDAF TV. We are willing to train you for this entry level opening. Nexstar is a company with endless opportunities. Start here and see where it takes you.

  • Updates and maintains signal control systems
  • Maintains programming logs as required by station management
  • Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it
  • Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system
  • Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts
  • Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
  • Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible
  • Ensures the station's compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Minimum three years' experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (More or less depending on market size)
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
  • Strong PC/MS Office experience
  • Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously