About the position
Sinclair's content technology is at the core of our operational excellence. We thrive on innovation and a passion for connecting people with the best local news and sports content. As we grow our content offerings and expand our broadcast, cable, and digital distribution channels, we are embracing modern technologies to fuel that growth. We are excited by the promise of cloud-first approaches and artificial intelligence in media systems. Sinclair believes that flexibility and agility will address rapidly changing media environments and we are confident that great people and great technology equal great solutions. The role of Master Control Operator is responsible for operating the multi-channel and multi-brand control point for Sinclair Television Stations located in Hunt Valley, MD. Duties include, but are not limited to, Live event operations, graphics insertion, playlist manipulation, and monitoring on-air quality of the TV Station to ensure all content airs accurately and reflects the traffic and programming schedules. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: Understand and follow standard operating procedures for various networks, including high profile live events and disaster recovery. Modification and verification of playlists for current and future broadcast times. Manipulate playlist for the different “join in progress” scenarios. Consistently monitor on-air material and communicate any discrepancies to Managers. Consistently ensure that playlist information and media content are accurate, which may include but is not limited to: SOM/EOM of segments Database Information Audio specifications Video specifications Secondary events (GPI,SCTE104 and Graphic Insertion) Content Closed Captioning Active Format Descriptor. Ensure proper video routing. Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout. Monitor equipment for performance / device failures. Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and on air discrepancies. Setup and review content prior to scheduled airtime. Communicate effectively with Managers and Operators to ensure a smooth transition between shifts. Performs other duties as assigned. Understand and follow departmental policies.
Responsibilities
- Operate the multi-channel and multi-brand control point for Sinclair Television Stations.
- Perform live event operations, graphics insertion, and playlist manipulation.
- Monitor on-air quality of the TV Station to ensure accurate content airing.
- Understand and follow standard operating procedures for various networks.
- Modify and verify playlists for current and future broadcast times.
- Manipulate playlists for different 'join in progress' scenarios.
- Monitor on-air material and communicate discrepancies to Managers.
- Ensure accuracy of playlist information and media content.
- Record, ingest, and prepare content for playout.
- Monitor equipment for performance and device failures.
- Capture and document network processes.
- Setup and review content prior to scheduled airtime.
- Communicate effectively with Managers and Operators.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years experience in Master Control Operations functions.
- Experience in Local TV Station Operations.
- Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events.
- Great attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- General understanding of industry regulations and standards for video, audio, captioning, and loudness.
- Understanding of broadcast technology such as switchers, server playout, automation systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work under stress.
- Aptitude for operating electronic equipment and learning specialized applications.
- Experience with Systems and Hardware for Content Ingest, Playout, and Distribution.
- Knowledge of Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in Local TV Station Operations.
- Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events.
- Knowledge of Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system.
Benefits
- Participation in a retirement plan.
- Quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Health, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 15 paid vacation days.
- 2 paid personal days.
- 9 paid holidays.
- 40 hours of paid sick leave.
- Parental leave.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
