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
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