Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media Group•Dallas, TX

23h

About The Position

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the television station’s overall on-air look by airing programming and scheduled station breaks. The role operates and maintains signal control systems, manages programming and traffic logs, and prepares content for broadcast. The operator monitors incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment to maintain broadcast quality, selects sources for receiving or transmitting programming, and helps ensure compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements. The position also involves reporting equipment problems, arranging repairs, and making emergency repairs when necessary and possible, along with performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment; experience may vary 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.

Responsibilities

Air programming and scheduled station breaks to maintain the station’s overall on-air look.
Update and maintain signal control systems.
Maintain programming logs as required by station management.
Segment content and clips to the server, then trim and modify them.
Print traffic logs and append logs to the data management system.
Monitor the strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
Select sources from which programming will be received or through which programming will be transmitted.
Report equipment problems, ensure repairs are made, and make emergency equipment repairs when necessary and possible.
Ensure the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.