Live TV Master Control Operator & Newscast Director

Hearst Magazines; Salinas (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Television's KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central has an opening for a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director, a hybrid role ideal for technically minded broadcast professionals in a fast-paced live television environment.

The role focuses on Master Control Operations while developing directing skills for live newscasts; training will be provided to qualified candidates; reports to the Operations Manager and Engineering Director.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced live production environment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including weekends.
• Experience with broadcast systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple program streams and ensure high-quality on-air presentation.
• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Execute, edit, and maintain automation playlists.
• Operate Florical automation and related systems.
• Ingest and prepare programming, promos, and commercials for air.

Skills

Broadcast software

Windows apps

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible schedule

On-call readiness

Tools

Florical Automation

ENPS

Bitcentral

VIZ RT graphics

Imagine Nexio

Harmonic video servers

Job description

Hearst Television's KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central has an opening for a Master Control Operator / Newscast Director, a hybrid role ideal for technically minded broadcast professionals in a fast-paced live television environment.

The role focuses on Master Control Operations while developing directing skills for live newscasts; training will be provided to qualified candidates; reports to the Operations Manager and Engineering Director.