Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator in Chicopee, MA to manage the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled station breaks.

The role requires maintaining signal control systems, logs, and broadcast quality across transmissions. Qualified candidates will have a technical degree or equivalent experience, fluent English, strong communication, and proficiency with office tech and broadcast equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains signal control systems.
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management.
• Segments content and clips to the server and trims/modifies as needed.
• Prints traffic logs and appends to the data management system.
• Monitors signal strength/clarity and adjusts equipment for quality broadcasts.
• Selects sources for programming reception/transmission.
• Reports equipment problems and performs repairs when needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fluency in English

Deadline-driven

Office equipment proficiency

PC/MS Office

Broadcast equipment experience

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

Broadcast equipment

Digital transmitters

Job description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks.

Hourly wage range is $18-$20.

NOTE: This position is located in Chicopee, MA.

• Updates and maintains signal control systems
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management
• Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it
• Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system
• Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts
• Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
• Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible
• Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously