Master Control Operator

Rincon Broadcasting Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time

Floating holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

WVTV in Milwaukee is seeking a Master Control Operator to operate broadcast equipment and manage live and recorded programs. The role requires learning specialized software and handling on-air switching with attention to detail.

The position is full-time with benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and floating holidays. The candidate should be versatile and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Versatile and able to learn specialized software applications
• Aptitude for operating electronic equipment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent computer skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Broadcast operations including setting up, controlling and monitoring television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience
• On-air switching, dubbing and transferring programs
• Gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use
• Preparation and operation of equipment (before, during and after live newscasts)
• Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use
• Support operation of the station by assisting Engineering, News, and other departments
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

WVTV in Milwaukee is seeking a Master Control Operator. The ideal candidate must be versatile and capable of learning specialized software applications and have an aptitude for operating electronic equipment. You must have great attention to detail, excellent computer skills, and must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Broadcast operations including setting up, controlling and monitoring television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience
• On-air switching, dubbing and transferring programs
• Gathering satellite feeds for broadcast use
• Preparation and operation of equipment (before, during and after live newscasts)
• Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use
• Support operation of the station by assisting Engineering, News, and other departments
• Other duties as assigned

Experience:

• Previous experience as a Master Control Operator is preferred

Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, vacation time, and floating holidays.