Live TV Control Room Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave

Parental Leave

Transit & Parking perks

Job summary

Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago, IL is seeking a Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team. This role requires operating broadcast equipment, switching, and coordinating satellite feeds for multi-platform use.

You will support live/newscasts, handle automated systems, and work varied shifts including evenings and weekends. Relevant experience and technical aptitude are essential for ensuring smooth on-air operations.

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

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Under pressure performance

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Tools

Television equipment operation

Automation systems

Tape & disk-based video servers

Satellite controllers

Video waveform monitors

Vectorscopes

Master control switching & routing systems

Job description

Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago, IL is seeking a Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team. This role requires operating broadcast equipment, switching, and coordinating satellite feeds for multi-platform use.

You will support live/newscasts, handle automated systems, and work varied shifts including evenings and weekends. Relevant experience and technical aptitude are essential for ensuring smooth on-air operations.