Master Control Operator

CDS Global•Winston-Salem, NC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

WXII/WCWG, owned by Hearst Television in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Master Control Operator. This role involves overseeing the equipment that delivers broadcast content on-air. Key responsibilities include monitoring multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, ensuring regulatory compliance, performing quality control for on-air products, and documenting transmission events. The operator will also ingest and time commercials and programs to ensure proper airplay. Additionally, the position requires working at least one weekly shift as a Production Assistant in the Newsroom, operating cameras, teleprompter, audio-board, graphics, and video equipment for live broadcasts and post-production, collaborating with the production team for successful broadcasts.

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
Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered

Nice To Haves

Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; training will be offered for qualified candidates

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
Operate cameras and studio floor directing
Move and handle props and sets during productions
Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board
Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere
Assist the directors