Live Master Control Operator & Newscast Director

Hearst Television; 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

Additional benefits to meet you and/

Job summary

Hearst Television in California is seeking a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director to join the hybrid team supporting live broadcasts. The role focuses on master control operations while developing directing skills, with training provided.

The successful candidate will monitor channels, manage automation playlists, ensure FCC compliance, troubleshoot issues, and support live newscasts, reporting to the Operations Manager and Engineering Director; schedule varies.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with 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.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple program streams for accurate on-air presentation.
• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Execute, edit, and maintain automation playlists.
• Operate Florical automation and related broadcast systems.
• Acquire, ingest, and prepare programming and promos for air.
• Monitor signal quality and FCC compliance.
• Document operational readings and logs.
• Troubleshoot and report issues affecting on-air operations.
• Support live newscast directing and production during newscasts.

Skills

Broadcast software

Windows-based applications

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Reliability

Tools

Florical Automation

ENPS

Bitcentral

VIZ RT graphics

Harmonic video servers

Imagine Nexio video servers

Job description

Hearst Television in California is seeking a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director to join the hybrid team supporting live broadcasts. The role focuses on master control operations while developing directing skills, with training provided.

The successful candidate will monitor channels, manage automation playlists, ensure FCC compliance, troubleshoot issues, and support live newscasts, reporting to the Operations Manager and Engineering Director; schedule varies.