Live Broadcast Master Control Pro

Weigel Broadcasting Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plan (401k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Transit benefits & parking

Job summary

Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago, Illinois seeks a detail-oriented Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team.

You will set up and manage broadcast equipment, perform on-air switching, and support live and taped programming for television and multi‑platform use. The role requires at least two years in broadcast/video production, proficiency with TV equipment and automation systems, and flexibility for varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in broadcast or video production.
• Proficient in computer applications, including word processing and database software.
• Hands‑on experience with television equipment operation, automation systems, and tape and disk-based video servers.
• Working knowledge of satellite controllers, video waveform monitors, vectorscopes, master control switching and routing systems.
• Proven ability to perform accurately and efficiently under pressure of television operations control.
• Developed and displayed responsible work habits with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and control television broadcast equipment
• Monitor television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to viewing audience
• Conduct on-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs
• Manage and gather satellite feeds for broadcast use
• Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Broadcast operations

Computer literacy

Television equipment operation

Automation systems

Satellite controllers

Video waveform monitors

Vectorscopes

Tools

Video servers

Job description

Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago, Illinois seeks a detail-oriented Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team.

You will set up and manage broadcast equipment, perform on-air switching, and support live and taped programming for television and multi‑platform use. The role requires at least two years in broadcast/video production, proficiency with TV equipment and automation systems, and flexibility for varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.