Operator I, Master Control

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Arcadia Lakes (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; 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 station breaks while monitoring signal quality across broadcasts.

The role requires technical expertise in digital electronics, a relevant education or equivalent experience, and strong English communication. You will also update logs, segment content, and ensure EAS compliance, with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• The Master Control Operator manages the on-air look by airing programming and scheduled breaks.
• Segments content and clips to servers; trims and modifies as needed.
• Maintains programming logs and appends to data management systems.
• Monitors signal strength and reliability; adjusts equipment to ensure quality broadcasts.
• Reports equipment problems and performs emergency repairs when possible.
• Ensures compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements.

Skills

Broadcasting

Digital Electronics

English Fluency

Communication

Equipment Maintenance

Time Management

Education

Tech degree or equivalent

Tools

PC/MS Office

Broadcast Equipment

Job description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. Updates and maintains signal control systems Maintains programming logs as required by station management Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (More or less depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.