Master Control Operator
About The Position
WDAY, an award-winning station serving the Fargo, ND–Moorhead, MN metro area and broadcasting across North Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern South Dakota, is part of Forum Communications Company. WDAY produces more than 40 hours of local news, weather, and sports content each week and is the home of North Dakota State University Athletics and North Dakota High School Activities State Tournaments. The Master Control Operator monitors and records television broadcasts to ensure broadcast quality and compliance with government regulations. The role operates broadcast and media systems, prepares and schedules programming, manages live content, monitors broadcast signals, and troubleshoots equipment. Expected compensation is $15–$18 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of related hardware and software.
Nice To Haves
- Technical skills training preferred.
- One year of experience in television preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate broadcast equipment, including automated on-air playback systems, satellite-receiving equipment, and server-based media storage systems.
- Set up satellite dishes and receivers to receive programming.
- Record programming and insert timing information to prepare it for broadcast.
- Switch live content on-air, including live programming, local cut-ins, and crawls.
- Monitor on-air and cable broadcast signals and satellite feeds for quality and accuracy.
- Record programs from satellite feeds for later use and prepare programming for future playback.
- Set up, schedule, and air programs and program breaks according to the program log.
- Operate and adjust video, lighting, audio, and broadcast equipment.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
- Ensure transmissions meet government regulations.
- Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision packages.
- Paid maternity and parental leave.
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
- Optional critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- Retirement benefits with company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid volunteer hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
