Broadcast Master Control Operator Job at KOAT 7 in Albuquerque

Job Overview

Broadcast Master Control Operator at KOAT, the ABC affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, is responsible for overseeing the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, prepare content, build playlists, maintain regulatory compliance, assure quality control of on-air product, and document transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them to ensure proper on-air playback. You may also run studio operations to include manning robotic cameras and rolling a prompter for newscasts. You will report to the News Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast
• Maintain on-air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming
• Monitor multiple channels to ensure 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

Qualifications

• 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications
• Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and independently
• Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; familiarity with Florical Systems a plus
• Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging
• Must be willing to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
• Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That\'s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family\'s needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry\'s premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution