Hybrid Master Control & Newscast Director

KSBW 8 NBC • Central Coast ABC • Estrella TV; Salinas (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

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Job summary

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, is seeking a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director for a hybrid schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

In this role you will monitor multiple channels, manage automation playlists with Florical, ENPS, Bitcentral, and VIZ RT, ensure FCC compliance, and direct live newscasts with on‑the‑job training.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills including Windows-based applications and broadcast software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced live production environment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple program streams to ensure high-quality on-air presentation.
• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Operate and maintain automation playlists using Florical Automation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues affecting on-air operations.
• Direct live and recorded newscasts with automated systems.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Windows-based applications

Broadcast software

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Flexible schedules

Reliable transportation

Education

No formal degree specified

Tools

Florical Automation

ENPS

Bitcentral

VIZ RT

Imagine Nexio video servers

Job description

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, is seeking a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director for a hybrid schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

In this role you will monitor multiple channels, manage automation playlists with Florical, ENPS, Bitcentral, and VIZ RT, ensure FCC compliance, and direct live newscasts with on‑the‑job training.