Master Control Supervisor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Flint, Michigan is looking for a Supervisor of Master Control to lead a team of over 30 Master Control Operators. This role involves supervising the daily operations of the Media Operations Center and supporting live broadcasts for CBS/NBC stations.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in Master Control operations and must possess strong technical writing skills along with expertise in troubleshooting and cloud automation technologies. Flexibility to work any shift in a 24/7 operation is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as Master Control Operator or Technicians in Master Control.
• Experience with On Air Master Control Automation Systems.
• Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events is a must.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Media Operations Center.
• Support the team during Live Local News and Local/Network Sports Events.
• Prepare performance evaluations and participate in yearly reviews.

Skills

Master Control Operations

Cloud Automation Playout System

Troubleshooting Operational Issues

Digital Workflows

Excellent Writing Skills

Tools

AMAGI CLOUDPORT

Job description

In your role as Supervisor of Master Control, you will support the playout and origination of 20+ CBS/NBC Stations that are broadcasting on our new Cloud‑Base Master Control Platform. In this position, you will provide leadership, guidance and development on a team of 30+ Master Control Operators. You will assist with training and skills development for members of your team.

Major Responsibilities

• Supervise the “day to day” operations of the Media Operations Center
• Support the team during Live Local News and Local/Network Sports Events.
• Assist the Sr. Manager of the Media Operation Center with the creation, training, implementation of new processes and workflows.
• Support and in cases, oversee training initiatives for Master Control Operators
• Act as a liaison for the group between clients and partners in order to strengthen partnerships with Master Control (Station General Manager, Traffic Department, On Air Promotion, Programming, Engineering, etc.).
• Perform the duties of Master Control Operator when needed

Additional Responsibilities

• Consistently check in with staff and update regularly about workflow processes and changes made for the “day to day”
• Ensure completion of daily tasks
• Actively participate in developing positive employee relations
• Prepare performance evaluations, writing and participating in yearly reviews
• Take responsibility for the work environment, both culturally and physically
• Manage staffing needs to include attendance issues, resolving Call‑Ins and all unscheduled shifts.
• Assist with special projects as necessary
• Approach operations and resourcing using an agile and lean mindset.
• Compile data and/or generate reports, as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ Years experience as Master Control Operator or Technicians in Master Control and Ingest Areas of Television and Content Media Companies.
• Experience with On Air Master Control Automation Systems
• Experience with Cloud Automation Playout System – AMAGI CLOUDPORT (A PLUS)
• Experience in troubleshooting operational issues (Playout, Media, Caption, etc.).
• Experience with digital workflows and digital video technologies.
• Experience with Systems and Hardware for Content Ingest, Playout and Distribution.
• Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events. (A MUST)
• Experience in Local Station Operations.
• Available to work any shift in a 24/7 Operation as well as holidays and weekends.
• Excellent Writing Skills of Technical Operating Procedures. (A MUST)

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H‑1B visa, OPT‑STEM employment, etc.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.