Onsite Broadcast Master Control Operator (24/7 Hub)

TEGNA, Inc.

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TEGNA in Charlotte, NC seeks a Broadcast Hub Operator to oversee live operation, monitoring and support of multiple stations in a centralized 24x7 environment. You will ensure on-air integrity and respond quickly to any issues affecting programming.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in a master control or production control room, a BA/BS or related experience, and strong proficiency with Excel and the Microsoft 365 suite. Onsite work with flexible hours including overnights is required.

Qualifications

BA/BS in a related field or equivalent experience.
Understanding of television broadcast operations and live production needs.
Proficient with Excel and Microsoft 365.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve broadcast issues under pressure.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work onsite in Charlotte, NC and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

Maintain and manipulate on-air playlists, execute program/commercial/marketing changes, support live-event and off-air workflows, send logs for reconciliation and troubleshoot channel playout issues.
Responsible for the ingest and quality control of broadcast materials into all automation systems.
Manage commercial integration, including rolling commercial breaks, during taped and live programming.
Monitor and maintain the continuity and availability for multiple channel streams.
Ensure continuity of programming by confirming that every piece of material is accounted for and ready for on-air playout.
Act as first line responders for internal clients, and recover from on-air discrepancies with Technical Managers.