Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Master Control Operator to oversee the station’s on-air presentation within a centralized broadcast hub. You will manage programming and scheduled breaks, ensuring accurate logs and high-quality signal transmission across the network.

The role requires technical know-how and the ability to respond quickly to issues. You will update and maintain signal control systems, monitor incoming/outgoing signals, and perform necessary repairs or maintenance.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience in digital electronics or broadcasting.
• Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a TV broadcasting environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate master control to maintain the on-air look and program breaks, in a centralized hub.
• Update and maintain signal control systems and programming logs.
• Segment content, trim, and manage clips for server delivery; print and append logs.
• Monitor signal quality and adjust equipment to ensure reliable broadcasts.
• Select sources for programming reception and transmission; report and expedite equipment repairs.
• Perform emergency repairs and ensure compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Hub experience

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field

Tools

PC/MS Office

Broadcast equipment

Job description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of television stations through airing programming and scheduled station breaks in a centralized broadcast hub environment.

• 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
• Previous broadcast hub or Master Control experience preferred