Master Control Operator

Hearst•Winston-Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WXII/WCWG, owned by Hearst Television in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Master Control Operator to oversee equipment that provides content for broadcast on-air program streams. The role monitors multiple channels, prepares content, builds playlists, maintains regulatory compliance, ensures on-air quality control, and documents transmission events. It also includes ingesting commercials and programs, timing them, and ensuring they play correctly on air. At least one shift each week will be spent as a Production Assistant in the Newsroom, operating cameras, teleprompters, audio boards, graphics, and video equipment for live broadcasts and post-production. The operator works with the production team to support successful broadcasts.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience with computers, email, software, and web applications.
Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.

Nice To Haves

Experience with master control activities and tasks; training will be offered for qualified candidates.
Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging.
Higher education in technology, SBE experience, or related military experience will be considered.
Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
Maintain on-air operations, including running commercials, network programming, 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 perform studio floor directing.
Move and handle props and sets during productions.
Construct, maintain, install, and operate props, cameras, prompters, sets, and other production equipment.
Prepare lighting and scripts for newscasts.
Maintain the appearance of studios, including cleaning sets and floors.
Understand and maintain the 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.