Broadcast Master Control Technician – 8-Week Contract

Fox; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox TV Stations in Dallas is seeking a Temporary Master Control Technician for an 8-week assignment at our state-of-the-art facility. You will oversee MC automation, manage transmissions, and ingest content for air with precision while complying with FCC and EAS requirements.

The role requires strong multitasking, clear communication, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience with iNews and broadcast software is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical or RTf degree preferred (equivalent professional experience actively considered).
• 1 year of experience as a Master Control Technician, Production/Operations Technician, or Transmission Technician strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with master control automation, IP/satellite transmission platforms, current operating systems, iNews, and industry broadcast software applications.
• Strong multi-tasker, clear communicator, effective team player, and able to maintain a calm demeanor under live-air pressure.
• Availability: must be flexible to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Master Control & Automation: Execute day-to-day Master Control operations, running MC automation software, graphics playback systems, and on-air switching with absolute precision.
• Transmission Operations (TOC): Oversee transmission platforms, utilizing IP video and satellite platforms for feed acquisition, routing, and distribution.
• Ingest & Content Management: Process, ingest, and verify incoming news and syndicated programming content for air.
• Compliance & Logging: Maintain accurate documentation of transmitter logs, FCC requirements, and Emergency Alert System (EAS) tests.
• Operational Adaptability: Multi-task seamlessly across simultaneous technical systems under tight deadlines in a top-tier market station.

Education

2-year technical or RTf degree

Tools

Master Control Automation

IP/Satellite Transmission

iNews

Broadcast Software

Current Operating Systems

Job description

Fox TV Stations in Dallas is seeking a Temporary Master Control Technician for an 8-week assignment at our state-of-the-art facility. You will oversee MC automation, manage transmissions, and ingest content for air with precision while complying with FCC and EAS requirements.

The role requires strong multitasking, clear communication, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience with iNews and broadcast software is preferred.