Master Control Operator

Broadcast Master Control Operator
WXII/WCWG, owned by Hearst Television in Winston‑Salem, NC, is looking for a Master Control Operator who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on‑air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on‑air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly. Weekly, you will also work at least one shift as a Production Assistant in the Newsroom where you will be responsible for operating cameras, teleprompter, audio‑board, graphics and video equipment related to live broadcasts and post‑production. You will work with our production team to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced.

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

Operate cameras and studio floor directing

Move and handle props and sets during productions

Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment

Lighting and script preparation for newscasts

Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors

Understand and maintain lighting grid and control board

Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid

Edit syndicated promos for air and web content using Adobe Premiere

Assist the directors

Requirements

1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications

Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production

Work in a collaborative environment and independently

Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; training will be offered for qualified candidates

Knowledge of graphics systems for on‑air branding and messaging

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production

Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered

Related military experience will be considered

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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