Master Control Operator I-2

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator to oversee the on-air look of the station by airing programming and scheduled breaks. You will manage signal control systems and maintain programming logs.

The role involves segmenting content, handling logs, monitoring signal quality, selecting program sources, and ensuring repairs and EAS compliance. Strong communication and technical skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Technical degree or equivalent experience in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication.
• 3+ years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a TV broadcasting environment.
• Proficiency with office equipment and PC/MS Office.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask.

Aufgaben

• Updates and maintains signal control systems
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management
• Segments content and clips to the server and trims/modifies it
• Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system
• Monitors signal strength, clarity, and reliability; adjusts equipment as necessary
• Selects sources for programming reception/transmission
• Reports equipment problems and arranges repairs, including emergency fixes
• Ensures compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Kenntnisse

English fluency

Communication skills

Office equipment

MS Office

Time management

Ausbildung

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

Digital transmitters

Broadcast equipment

Jobbeschreibung

The Master Control Operator

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

• 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 equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously