Live Broadcast Master Control Director

GRAY MEDIA; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media's KSWO in Lawton, OK seeks a full-time Director/Master Control Operator to direct live and pre-recorded broadcasts, monitor signals and logs, and coordinate daily programming. The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work varied shifts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

The TMP/MCO position supports broadcast operations, news integration, and equipment maintenance, with opportunities for growth within Gray Media's television operations in the

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize complex tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new hardware and software.
• Ability to meet hard deadlines and make split-second decisions.
• Flexibility with assigned scheduling and job assignments.
• Available to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Reliable transportation.
• On-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and pre-recorded productions using Ross OverDrive automation software.
• Monitor the station's on-air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs.
• Segment and ingest daily programming and commercials.
• Direct news broadcasts and cut-ins; coordinate live shots.
• Maintain studio equipment and fulfill graphic requests.
• Write discrepancy reports and maintain logs; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Task prioritization

Communication

Learning new hardware

Deadline-driven

Flexible scheduling

Shift work

Reliable transportation

On-the-job training

Job description

Gray Media's KSWO in Lawton, OK seeks a full-time Director/Master Control Operator to direct live and pre-recorded broadcasts, monitor signals and logs, and coordinate daily programming. The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work varied shifts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

The TMP/MCO position supports broadcast operations, news integration, and equipment maintenance, with opportunities for growth within Gray Media's television operations in the