Master Control

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), Oklahoma’s statewide PBS affiliate, is seeking a part-time Master Control Operator in Oklahoma City. Play out 24/7 broadcasts, monitor automation systems, and manage broadcast equipment.

Overnight and weekend shifts are required in this role. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a team player, with strong communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in television or broadcast operations.
• Familiarity with FCC regulations and digital media standards.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Strong multitasking ability under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated playback systems and other technical broadcast equipment.
• Ingest and prepare file-based content for scheduled airtimes.
• Conduct media quality control (video, audio, closed captioning, etc.).
• Monitor and verify performance of local streaming channels.
• Oversee remote feeds from statewide transmitters.
• Identify and escalate issues based on procedures.
• Log and report equipment or transmission irregularities.
• Perform additional duties as needed in support of operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

BA degree in broadcasting or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Job Posting Title

Master Control

Agency

266 OKLA. EDUC. TELEVISION AUTH.

Supervisory Organization

Educational Television Auth

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$20 per hour

Job Description

The Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), Oklahoma’s statewide PBS affiliate, is seeking a part-time Master Control Operator to join our dedicated team in Oklahoma City. This role is vital to our 24/7 broadcast operation and supports OETA’s mission to provide high-quality, educational, and culturally enriching programming to viewers across the state. This position is responsible for monitoring and managing a computer-based automation system and various broadcast equipment. Master Control Operators help ensure smooth playout of all OETA broadcast and streaming channels.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, dependable, self-motivated, and be a team player. This role includes overnight and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated playback systems and other technical broadcast equipment
• Ingest and prepare file-based content for scheduled airtimes
• Conduct media quality control (video, audio, closed captioning, etc.)
• Monitor and verify performance of OETA’s local streaming channels
• Oversee remote feeds from four statewide digital transmitters
• Identify and escalation issues based on established procedures
• Log and report equipment or transmission irregularities
• Perform additional duties as needed in support of operations

Qualifications

• Experience in television or broadcast operations
• Familiarity with FCC regulations and digital media standards
• BA degree in broadcasting or related field, or equivalent experience
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong multitasking ability under pressure
• Comfortable working independently, including overnight shifts
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Familiar with computer software i.e. Microsoft Office preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace

Compensation

Hourly rate: $20

Schedule

23–29 hours per week / overnight and weekends

OETA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.