Master Control Operator

WXII 12 Triad CW; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

WXII 12 Triad CW, based in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Broadcast Master Control Operator. This role involves managing on-air program streams, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with production teams during broadcasts. Candidates should have at least one year of experience with software applications and have knowledge of television production. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering quality content and supporting employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with computer, email, software, and web applications.
• Familiarity with television station operations and newscast production.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Maintain on-air operation, including running commercials.
• Monitor channels for compliance and integrity.
• Operate broadcast automation equipment.
• Edit and append playlists using Adobe Premiere.

Skills

Computer and software skills

Monitoring air channels

Production equipment operation

Collaboration

Time-sensitive production management

Education

Higher education in technology or related fields

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

Broadcast Master Control Operator

WXII/WCWG, owned by Hearst Television in Winston‑Salem, NC, is looking for a Master Control Operator who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on‑air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on‑air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly. Weekly, you will also work at least one shift as a Production Assistant in the Newsroom where you will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio‑board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post‑production. You will work with our production team to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast
• Maintain on air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming
• Monitor multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and signal integrity
• Operate broadcast automation equipment
• Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
• Observe transmitters and take readings
• Maintain program and transmitter logs
• Edit and append playlists
• Acquire content from distributors and content delivery systems
• Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies
• Operate cameras and studio floor directing
• Move and handle props and sets during productions
• Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
• Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board
• Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
• Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere
• Assist the directors

Requirements

• 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications
• Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production
• Work in a collaborative environment and independently
• Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; training will be offered for qualified candidates
• Knowledge of graphics systems for on‑air branding and messaging
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production
• Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered
• Related military experience will be considered

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.