Master Control Operator

GCS Recruitment Specialists; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks a Master Control Operator to support 24/7 broadcast operations during a major systems migration. You will monitor on-air programming, manage playlists, and ensure content readiness for 150+ channel streams. The role rewards meticulous attention to detail and rapid response to on-air issues.

Collaborate with production and operations teams to implement programming changes and maintain smooth playout across all channels in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a technician or operator in broadcasting, or graduate from Colorado Media School.
• Understanding of television production, broadcast operations, or technical production environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies in broadcast content.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control checks on programming, commercials, and promotions prior to air.
• Monitor live and recorded broadcasts to ensure audio, video, captions, and transmission quality.
• Manage and update automation playlists, programming schedules, and commercial logs.
• Execute commercial break integrations and support live event broadcasting workflows.
• Monitor and maintain the availability and quality of 150+ channel streams.
• Verify content is prepared and available for scheduled playout.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and escalate on-air discrepancies while enabling rapid recovery.
• Coordinate with production teams to implement programming and playlist changes.
• Support event preparation, rehearsals, contingency operations, and daily master control activities.
• Adhere to operational procedures and Network Operations Center standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Media/Communications

Tools

SNELL Morpheus

Amagi

Job description

Job Title: Master Control Operator

Position Summary

We are seeking a Master Control Operator to support 24/7 broadcast operations during a major systems migration initiative. This role is responsible for monitoring on-air programming, managing playlists, ensuring content readiness, executing commercial breaks, and maintaining the quality and continuity of 150+ channel streams. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, thrives in a fast-paced broadcast environment, and can respond quickly to on-air issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality control checks on programming, commercials, and promotional content prior to air.
• Monitor live and recorded broadcasts to ensure audio, video, captioning, and overall transmission quality.
• Manage and update automation playlists, programming schedules, and commercial logs using broadcast automation systems such as SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
• Execute commercial break integrations and support live event broadcasting workflows.
• Monitor and maintain the availability and quality of 150+ channel streams.
• Verify all content is prepared and available for scheduled playout.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and escal on-air discrepancies while supporting rapid recovery efforts.
• Coordinate with production teams and operations staff to implement programming and playlist changes.
• Support event preparation, rehearsals, contingency operations, and daily master control activities.
• Adhere to all operational procedures, company policies, and Network Operations Center standards.

Required Qualifications

• Looking for minimum 1 year of exp as a technician or operators or engineer within broadcasting or graduate from Colorado Media School
• High School Diploma, Associate Degree in Media, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent broadcast/media experience.
• Understanding of television production, broadcast operations, or technical production environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies in broadcast content.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.