MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR - WLIO

Gray Media, Inc.; Lima, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WLIO-TV/Gray Media in Lima, Ohio invites applicants for a Master Control Operator role. You will operate and monitor broadcast automation and master control systems to ensure accurate on-air playback for syndication and live programming, including newscasts.

You will also maintain required operational/FCC logs, troubleshoot on-air issues in real time, and coordinate with engineering/production to resolve problems quickly.

Qualifications

• Master Control Operator experience is a plus.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience with Microsoft applications and basic tech aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor broadcast automation/master control systems for on-air playback.
• Execute scheduled programming, commercials, and promos while maintaining FCC logs.
• Troubleshoot on-air issues in real time and coordinate with engineering/production.

Skills

Master Control Operator experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 46 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WLIO:

Hometown Stations in Lima, Ohio, is a locally focused broadcast and digital media organization dedicated to serving Allen County and the surrounding region with trusted news, weather, sports, and community storytelling. As part of Gray Media, we combine the reach and resources of a leading media company with the day-to-day impact of a hometown newsroom—covering what matters most to the people who live and work here and helping local businesses connect with their audiences across TV, web, and social platforms.

Job Summary/Description:

Operate and monitor broadcast automation/master control systems to ensure accurate, uninterrupted on-air playback for syndication and live programming, including newscasts. Execute scheduled programming, commercials, and promos while maintaining required operational/FCC logs. Troubleshoot on-air issues in real time and coordinate with engineering/production to resolve problems quickly.

A television Master Control Operator will be trained to operate various audio/video equipment, must be knowledgeable in using Windows-based computer operating systems, will be expected to follow logs, write detailed deviations, use our email system daily & work cooperatively with others. The operator is responsible for the transmission of television programming to the public.

You control what our viewers see!

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master Control Operator experience a plus!
• High school diploma
• Experience with Microsoft applications, U.S. citizen, reliable transportation, ability to pass a background check, ambition, and great attention to detail.
• On-the-job training provided to the right candidate.

WLIO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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