Live Broadcast Master Control Specialist (Part-Time)

Hearst; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, part of Hearst Television, is seeking a Part-time Master Control Operator to oversee broadcast content and transmission. You’ll monitor multiple channels, ingest content, build playlists, ensure regulatory compliance, and document transmission events.

Experience with master control tasks is preferred; training will be provided. In-person attendance is required, and you’ll work in a collaborative environment supporting live and recorded programming.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications.
• Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production.
• Work in a collaborative environment and independently.
• Experience with master control activities; training offered for qualified candidates.
• Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging.
• Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered.
• In-person attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast
• Maintain on air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming
• Monitor multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and signal integrity
• Operate broadcast automation equipment
• Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
• Observe transmitters and take readings
• Maintain program and transmitter logs
• Edit and append playlists
• Acquire content from distributors and content delivery systems
• Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies

Skills

Computer skills

Broadcast operations

Team collaboration

Independent work

Attention to detail

FCC monitoring knowledge

Education

Technology/SBE education

Tools

Master control equipment

Job description

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, part of Hearst Television, is seeking a Part-time Master Control Operator to oversee broadcast content and transmission. You’ll monitor multiple channels, ingest content, build playlists, ensure regulatory compliance, and document transmission events.

Experience with master control tasks is preferred; training will be provided. In-person attendance is required, and you’ll work in a collaborative environment supporting live and recorded programming.