Master Control Operator

NAHJ Convention; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location benefits

Health Insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago, IL is seeking a detail-oriented Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team. Responsibilities include setting up and operating broadcast equipment and coordinating on-air programs to a diverse audience.

The role requires hands-on experience with television equipment, automation systems, and video servers, plus the ability to work under pressure, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in broadcast or video production.
• Proficient with television equipment operation, automation systems, and video servers.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and control television broadcast equipment.
• Monitor broadcast equipment to transmit programs to viewing audience.
• Conduct on-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs.
• Manage and gather satellite feeds for broadcast use.
• Support the production of live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Broadcast operations

Problem solving

Tools

Television equipment

Automation systems

Video servers

Job description

Job Description

Job Category: Other,

Employment Type: Full time,

Salary: $$20-$23 per hour

Posted: 08.18.2026

About Us:

Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country.Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Story Television Network and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network, plus the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, and the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery.Weigel produces the original network TV programsSvengoolie,Toon In With MeandCollector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, MeTV, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in more than 30 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit:https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/ .

Master Control Operator

Weigel Broadcasting Co in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, and control television broadcast equipment
• Monitor television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to viewing audience
• Conduct on-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs
• Manage and gather satellite feeds for broadcast use
• Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What You’ve Done

• Minimum two years of experience in broadcast or video production
• Proficient in computer applications, including word processing and database software
• Hands-on experience with television equipment operation, automation systems, and tape and disk-based video servers
• Working knowledge of satellite controllers, video waveform monitors, vectorscopes, master control switching and routing systems
• Proven ability to perform accurately and efficiently under pressure of television operations control
• Developed and displayed responsible work habits with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Location: One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row, & convenient access to highways and public transportation
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance
• Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match
• Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays
• Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
• Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20-$23 an hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.