On-Air Master Control Specialist

Hearst; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Television is seeking a Master Control Operator in Kansas City, MO to oversee broadcast content, monitor multiple channels, and build playlists for on-air transmissions. You will ensure regulatory compliance, quality control, and accurate timing of commercials and programs, with in-person attendance required.

The role involves operating broadcast automation equipment, logging transmissions, and coordinating live and recorded programming across channels in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications required.
• Experience with master control activities preferred; training offered for qualified candidates.
• Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production is a plus.
• Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast.
• Maintain on air operation including running commercials and local programming.
• Monitor multiple channels for 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.

Skills

Computer skills

TV operations

Teamwork

Master control

Graphics systems

Flexible schedule

Tools

Broadcast automation equipment

Job description

Hearst Television is seeking a Master Control Operator in Kansas City, MO to oversee broadcast content, monitor multiple channels, and build playlists for on-air transmissions. You will ensure regulatory compliance, quality control, and accurate timing of commercials and programs, with in-person attendance required.

The role involves operating broadcast automation equipment, logging transmissions, and coordinating live and recorded programming across channels in a fast-paced environment.