Live TV Master Control Operator — Part-Time & Automation

Hearst Magazines; Richmond (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, is seeking a Part-time Master Control Operator to oversee broadcast content, ingest programs and commercials, and ensure proper timing and on-air quality.

You will monitor multiple channels, build playlists, maintain regulatory compliance, report issues, and document transmission events. In-person attendance is required; training is provided for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Maintain on-air operation, including running commercials and network/local programming.
• Monitor multiple channels for 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

Television operations

Master control

Broadcast automation

FCC/EAS procedures

Graphic systems knowledge

Education

Higher ed in technology / SBE or related military experience

Tools

Broadcast automation software

Content delivery systems

Job description

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, is seeking a Part-time Master Control Operator to oversee broadcast content, ingest programs and commercials, and ensure proper timing and on-air quality.

You will monitor multiple channels, build playlists, maintain regulatory compliance, report issues, and document transmission events. In-person attendance is required; training is provided for qualified candidates.