Master Control Operator

ektello; Centennial (CO); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ektello is seeking a Quality Control Master Control Operator for a five-month contract onsite in Centennial, CO, to support its Network Operations Center during a major systems migration. The role emphasizes broadcast quality control, on-air monitoring, and playlist management across 150+ channel streams.

The ideal candidate has experience in broadcast television, master control, or related production environments, can perform under pressure in a fast-paced 24/7 setting, and will operate SNELL

Qualifikationen

• Experience in broadcast television, digital media, or production control rooms.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to flag issues.
• Ability to work quickly in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; team player.
• Willingness to work 24/7 onsite in Centennial, CO.
• Spanish proficiency a plus.
• Prior Master Control or Production Control Room experience is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Monitor 150+ broadcast channel streams for inconsistencies.
• Perform programming quality control for on-air readiness.
• Manage playlists and changes using SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
• Coordinate commercial integration and breaks during programming.
• Monitor audio/video quality and viewer experience.
• Support live events and contingency workflows.
• Respond quickly to on-air discrepancies with Operations Supervisors.
• Communicate playlist changes with production teams.
• Adapt to new workflows during the systems migration.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making under pressure

24/7 availability

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Media/Communications

Relevant certification

Tools

SNELL Morpheus

Amagi

Jobbeschreibung

• 5-Month Contract with potential to extend
• $20/hr
• Night shift (9:00 PM - 5:00 AM)

Quality Control Master Control Operator

• 5-Month Contract with potential to extend
• $20/hr
• Night shift (9:00 PM - 5:00 AM)

Role Summary

A leading media and entertainment organization is seeking a Quality Control Master Control Operator to support its Network Operations Center during a major systems migration. This fully onsite role in Centennial, CO will focus on broadcast quality control, monitoring and maintaining on-air programming, commercial integration, playlist management, live-event support, and quickly identifying and resolving broadcast discrepancies. The ideal candidate has experience or exposure to broadcast television, master control, production control rooms, digital media, or post-production and can remain focused and composed in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. This is a six-month position with potential to transition into a full-time Master Control Operator role if an opening becomes available.

Top Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain 150+ broadcast channel streams, identifying inconsistencies and potential on-air issues.
• Perform programming quality control and confirm all content is ready for on-air playout.
• Maintain and manipulate on-air playlists and execute program, commercial, and marketing changes using systems such as SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
• Manage commercial integration and ensure commercial breaks roll correctly during taped and live programming.
• Monitor audio, video, captioning, picture quality, and overall viewer experience.
• Support live events, commercial rehearsals, contingency workflows, and other Master Control Operators.
• Respond quickly to on-air discrepancies and coordinate recovery efforts with Operations Supervisors.
• Communicate clearly with production teams to execute requested playlist and programming changes.
• Adapt to new workflows and software implementations during the systems migration.

Top Requirements

• High school diploma plus relevant certification, Associate's Degree in Media/Communications, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience or educational background in broadcast television, digital media, post-production, television production, or broadcast operations.
• Solid understanding of technical production requirements within television, news, sports, or entertainment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies and proactively flag potential issues.
• Ability to make quick decisions and remain composed in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness and availability to work 24/7 operations, including overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and schedule changes.
• Willingness to work fully onsite in Centennial, CO.
• Spanish fluency/proficiency is a plus.
• Prior Master Control or Production Control Room experience is highly desirable but not required.

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