Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group is seeking a Master Control Operator for its Dallas hub at KDAF TV. This entry-level position offers training and a pathway into broadcast operations, with responsibilities spanning signal control, logging, content segmentation, and equipment monitoring to maintain high-quality broadcasts.

The role emphasizes meeting deadlines, multitasking, and proficiency with office systems, in a fast-paced TV broadcasting environment.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in digital electronics, broadcasting, or equivalent.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Minimum three years' experience with digital electronics in TV broadcasting.
• Proficiency with office equipment and PC/MS Office.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains signal control systems.
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management.
• Segments content and clips to the server and edits them.
• Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system.
• Monitors signal quality and adjusts equipment to ensure broadcasts.
• Selects sources for programming reception and transmission.
• Reports equipment problems and arranges repairs or emergency fixes.
• Ensures compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

PC/MS Office

Broadcast electronics

Education

Technical degree in digital electronics or broadcasting

Tools

Data management systems

Job description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of multiple television stations owned by Nexstar Broadcasting through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. The position is based at our Hub in Dallas located at KDAF TV. We are willing to train you for this entry level opening. Nexstar is a company with endless opportunities. Start here and see where it takes you.

• 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
• Minimum three years' experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (More or less depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines 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
• EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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