Elite 24/7 Master Control Operator

GCS Recruitment; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Master Control Operator to support 24/7 broadcast operations during a major systems migration. You will monitor on-air programming, manage playlists, and ensure content readiness across 150+ channel streams.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and strong communication with production and operations teams to execute rapid recovery and containment of on-air issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a technician, operator, or engineer in broadcasting or equivalent schooling.
• Understanding of television production and broadcast operations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies in broadcast content.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control checks on programming, commercials, and promos prior to air.
• Monitor live and recorded broadcasts for audio, video, captions, and transmission quality.
• Manage automation playlists, schedules, and commercial logs using broadcast systems.
• Execute commercial breaks and support live event broadcasting workflows.
• Maintain availability and quality of 150+ channel streams and ensure content readiness for scheduled playout.
• Identify and escalate on-air discrepancies and support rapid recovery efforts.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams for playlist changes and programming updates.
• Support event preparation, rehearsals, contingency operations, and daily master control activities.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Pressure management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Media/Communications

Job description

GCS Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Master Control Operator to support 24/7 broadcast operations during a major systems migration. You will monitor on-air programming, manage playlists, and ensure content readiness across 150+ channel streams.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and strong communication with production and operations teams to execute rapid recovery and containment of on-air issues.