Broadcast Master Control Specialist

Gray Media, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator to monitor on-air signals and ensure transmission quality while meeting government regulations. The role involves troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and preparing programming for playout.

Responsibilities include maintaining transmitter logs, verifying material for airing, and ensuring correct ingestion of commercials and promos. Comfort with a high-pressure environment and strong technical aptitude are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma.
• TV operation experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work in a team and independently in a high-pressure setting.

Responsibilities

• Keep accurate transmitter and program logs.
• Check next-day logs for missing material.
• Ensure correct ingestion of commercials, promos, and PSAs.
• Operate recording hardware, satellite receivers, and automation systems.
• Prepare and check material for on-air playback.
• Verify all material airing via program logs.
• Monitor on-air signals for quality control.
• Monitor transmitter and tower lights to meet FCC regulations.
• Triage and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

TV operation experience

Troubleshooting

Team player

High-pressure environment

Computer-literate

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Gray Media, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator to monitor on-air signals and ensure transmission quality while meeting government regulations. The role involves troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and preparing programming for playout.

Responsibilities include maintaining transmitter logs, verifying material for airing, and ensuring correct ingestion of commercials and promos. Comfort with a high-pressure environment and strong technical aptitude are required.