On-Air Master Control Operator — Broadcast Ops Lead

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Arcadia Lakes (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator to manage the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled breaks, while maintaining signal control systems and logs.

The role requires coordinating content, trimming segments, and ensuring quality broadcasts across Nexstar's stations. Candidates should have a technical degree in electronics or broadcasting, English fluency, and at least three years of experience with digital broadcasting equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires a technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in television broadcasting.

Responsibilities

• Air programming and scheduled station breaks to maintain on-air quality.
• Update and maintain signal control systems and logs.
• Segment content and clips to the server, trim and modify as needed.
• Print traffic logs and append to data management system.
• Monitor signal strength, clarity, and reliability; adjust equipment for quality broadcasts.
• Select sources for receiving or transmitting programming.
• Report equipment problems and perform repairs when possible; emergency repairs as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines and multit任务

Experience with digital electronics in

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

PC/MS Office

Broadcast equipment (transmitters)

Office equipment familiarity

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Master Control Operator to manage the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled breaks, while maintaining signal control systems and logs.

The role requires coordinating content, trimming segments, and ensuring quality broadcasts across Nexstar's stations. Candidates should have a technical degree in electronics or broadcasting, English fluency, and at least three years of experience with digital broadcasting equipment.