Job Opening: Master Control Operator

SouthGATV; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthGATV in Valdosta, Georgia, is looking for a Master Control Operator to manage programming schedules and ensure timely airing of advertisements. This role involves operating broadcast systems, maintaining logs, and addressing technical issues.

The ideal candidate should possess an Associates Degree, specialized knowledge in broadcasting, and skills in basic math and multitasking. A diverse and inclusive culture is embraced, reflecting the communities served.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred but not required.
• Specialized knowledge in broadcasting preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Loads, interprets and manages the broadcast log operation.
• Moves and edits the log for timely airing of programming.
• Operates systems to ensure network programming airs or is recorded.
• Maintains a discrepancy log for awareness of on-air events.
• Reports technical issues to the station engineer promptly.

Skills

Basic Math

Ability to multi-task

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Job purpose

To operate and track programming schedules to ensure timely airing of the advertisements paid for by their stations' client-advertisers

Duties and responsibilities

Master Control Operator Job Duties

• Loads, interprets and manages the broadcast log operation through station automation. Adjusting the log for accuracy and timing and correctness.
• Moves and edits the log to accommodate the timely airing of programming and paid commercial elements.
• Operates systems to ensure that network programming airs or is recorded as needed.
• Operates systems to capture, record and transcode programming and commercials.
• Insures the technical and observable quality of all air content is correct.
• Acts in concert with studio operations to produce and air live or recorded studio content.
• Maintains a discrepancy log to ensure awareness of any on-air event that is either technically incorrect or missing. Notes any changes that impact programming or paid commercial.
• Maintains a log tracking transmitter and tower light operations.
• Reports any technical issues to the station engineer in a timely manner.
• Times all air content for correct ins, segments and outs.
• Interfaces with traffic and sales to ensure all air content airs as required.
• Performs periodic EAS tests as required by the FCC.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Preferred but not required.
• Specialized knowledge in broadcasting preferred.
• Skills - Basic Math, ability to multi-task.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Working conditions

General Office environment, must be able to lift up to 20 lbs

Direct reports

Directly reports to the Operations Manager

Marquee Broadcasting provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve.