BROADCAST CONTROL TECHNICIAN (P/T) - KTVF

GRAY MEDIA; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Gray Media's KTVF-TV in Fairbanks is hiring a Broadcast Control Technician (Master Control Operator) on a part-time basis. You will oversee on-air and digital channel operations, ensuring programs and commercials air on schedule and maintaining logs with quick recovery when issues arise.

No prior on-air experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. A proactive, computer-literate candidate who can follow procedures calmly under pressure will succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Requires basic computer literacy and comfort with MS Windows.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Willingness to learn new software and systems.
• On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor on-air and digital channels to ensure proper scheduling.
• Review upcoming schedules for missing files and timing errors.
• Follow daily procedures and execute backup plans during issues.
• Leave clear notes for handoff to the next operator.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Attention to detail

Procedural accuracy under pressure

Willingness to learn new software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

BROADCAST CONTROL TECHNICIAN (P/T) - KTVF

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: BROAD016691

• Posted : August 20, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA

Description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KTVF:

Join our team as a Broadcast Control Technician (also known as a Master Control Operator), where you will be responsible for the technical 'mission control' of our on-air and digital channels. While we provide training, this position requires an advanced comfort level with computers, multitasking, and following strict protocols.

Job Summary/Description:

The Broadcast Control Technician (Master Control Operator) ensures TV programming and commercials air smoothly and accurately.

• Active Listening and Monitoring: Watch screens and computer systems to ensure programming and ads run on time, without interruption.
• Review and Look Ahead: Check upcoming schedules for missing files and timing errors in the logs and correct them before going on-air.
• Follow Standard Procedures: Follow daily schedules closely and execute backup plans quickly whenever technical issues pop up.
• Pass the Baton: Leave clear notes detailing any potential issues to ensure a clean handoff to the next operator.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer literacy (navigating files, web browsing, and using Microsoft Outlook for email).
• Eagerness and ability to learn new software and specialized systems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow step-by-step procedures calmly under pressure.
• No prior industry experience required (on-the-job training provided).

KTVF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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