Live Broadcast Master Control Operator

Nine Entertainment Co. Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Stan subscription

Digital newspaper subscription

Employee exclusives experiences

Job summary

Nine Entertainment Co. Pty Ltd is seeking a Master Control Operator to ensure seamless transmission of live video and audio across studios, OBs and breaking news events.

You will work with a dynamic Network Control team to deliver high-quality broadcast services for Nine’s programming schedule. Responsibilities include operating broadcast equipment, managing complex signal routing in live environments, supporting productions, and handling the 24/7 roster including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Operational experience in technical or broadcast environments.
• Strong computer literacy and adaptability to complex systems.
• Maintains focus under live broadcast pressure.
• Clear communication and collaborative approach.
• Familiarity with live production workflows.
• Knowledge of television transmission processes and signal measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast equipment and manage signal routing in live environments.
• Support internal and external studio productions and outside broadcasts.
• Execute scheduled and ad hoc transmission bookings accurately.
• Deliver error-free vision and audio signals with precision monitoring.
• Respond to breaking news and major live events with agility.
• Collaborate within a shift-based operations team.
• Work across a 24/7, 365-day roster including nights and weekends.

Skills

Operational experience

Computer literacy

Live broadcast focus

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Broadcast signal routing

TV transmission knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field

Tools

Signal measurement tools

Job description

Nine Entertainment Co. Pty Ltd is seeking a Master Control Operator to ensure seamless transmission of live video and audio across studios, OBs and breaking news events.

You will work with a dynamic Network Control team to deliver high-quality broadcast services for Nine’s programming schedule. Responsibilities include operating broadcast equipment, managing complex signal routing in live environments, supporting productions, and handling the 24/7 roster including nights and weekends.