Senior Broadcast Operations Technician

The Film Market; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Film Market is seeking a Senior Broadcast Operations Technician to lead the live broadcast operations for headline newscasts and programming. This role requires expertise in either Production/Directing or Master Control, with the ability to cross-train across both areas.

You will help ensure seamless broadcasts and maintain high-quality operations across teams including Production, Engineering, and News.

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of senior level experience in live broadcast operations
• Expertise in either Production/Directing or Master Control, with willingness to cross-train
• Proficiency with automation systems (Sony ELC) and/or Master Control platforms (Evertz Mediator)
• Advanced knowledge of control room operations (switcher, audio, robotics) and/or Master Control workflows (playlisting, routing, signal monitoring)
• Experience directing streaming productions (Tricaster) is a plus
• Proven ability to execute complex live broadcasts with accuracy and reliability
• Strong decision‑making skills in high-pressure, on-air environments
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency with standard computer applications (Microsoft Office)
• Varied shifts, OT, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless execution of newscasts and programming across Production/Directing and Master Control environments
• Cross-train and grow across Production/Directing and Master Control roles
• Maintain broadcast quality and operational efficiency while coordinating with Production, Engineering, and News teams

Skills

leadership

communication

multitasking

mentoring

Tools

Sony ELC

Evertz Mediator

Tricaster

Job description

KSAZ/KUTP is seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Technician with 4 – 5+ years of experience in live broadcast operations at an advanced level. This role is a key operational leader responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of newscasts and programming across both Production/Directing and Master Control environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in one core discipline-either live production/directing or Master Control-along with the initiative and adaptability to cross-train and grow across both areas. This position plays a critical role in maintaining broadcast quality, operational efficiency, and cross-department collaboration with Production, Engineering, and News teams.

Senior Broadcast Operations Technician

Role Type

Full-time

Requirements

• 4–5+ years of senior level experience in live broadcast operations
• Strong expertise in either Production/Directing or Master Control, with willingness to cross-train
• Proficiency with automation systems (e.g., Sony ELC) and/or Master Control platforms (e.g., Evertz Mediator or similar)
• Advanced knowledge of control room operations (switcher, audio, robotics) and/or Master Control workflows (playlisting, routing, signal monitoring)
• Experience directing streaming productions (e.g., Tricaster) is a plus
• Proven ability to execute complex live broadcasts with accuracy and reliability
• Strong decision‑making skills in high-pressure, on-air environments
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Proficiency with standard computer applications (Microsoft Office)
• Varied shifts, OT, weekends and holidays