About this role
The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of television stations through airing programming and scheduled station breaks in a centralized broadcast hub environment.
• 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 • Previous broadcast hub or Master Control experience preferred