Broadcast Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking a Master Control Operator to manage the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled station breaks. This role requires monitoring signals, updating logs, and ensuring compliance with EAS requirements.

The candidate should have a technical degree or equivalent in digital electronics or broadcasting, and at least three years of experience in a broadcast environment, with strong English communication and proficiency in PC/MS Office.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent in digital electronics, broadcasting, or related field.
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics in broadcasting environment.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains signal control systems.
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management.
• Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it.
• Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system.
• Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of signals and adjusts equipment for quality broadcasts.
• Selects sources from which programming will be received or transmitted.
• Reports equipment problems and coordinates repairs, performing emergency fixes when needed.
• Ensures compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.

Skills

English fluency

Oral and written communication

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

PC/MS Office

Digital electronics

Broadcast equipment

Team collaboration

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

Digital transmitters

Signal monitoring equipment

Data management system

Job description

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking a Master Control Operator to manage the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled station breaks. This role requires monitoring signals, updating logs, and ensuring compliance with EAS requirements.

The candidate should have a technical degree or equivalent in digital electronics or broadcasting, and at least three years of experience in a broadcast environment, with strong English communication and proficiency in PC/MS Office.