Master Control Operator

Date:

Jun 5, 2026

Location:
Washington, DC, US, 20005-4076

Company:
Associated Press

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.
Why this role matters:
The Associated Press is seeking a part-time Master Control Room Operator to join its Washington, DC broadcast operations team. This onsite roleis responsible forsupporting live news, videodistribution,and broadcast workflows in a fast-paced Master Control Room environment.
The successful candidate will help support AP's live operations across News, AP Direct, Live Choice and AP 360, ensuring video and audio signals aremonitored, routed,recordedand delivered reliably for internal teams and external customers.
As a Master Control Room Operator, you will play a key role inmaintainingthe quality and reliability of AP's live broadcast and distribution operations. You will work with internal departments, external clients, engineeringteamsand global transmission systems to support breaking news coverage and scheduled broadcast activity.
This isanindividually contributing role and will report directly toourVideo Operations Manager.
What you will do:
Monitor video and audio signals to ensure consistent quality and uninterrupted service

Route, switch and coordinate internal and external video sources throughout AP's Washington operationsand toexternal destinations

Record and play back video material using server-based systems in line withScheduALLbookings

Support live operations for News, AP Direct, Live Choice and AP 360

Work with file-based video workflows, videoserversand broadcast routing systems

Support national and international fiber,satelliteand IP-based transmission workflows

Assistwith satellite operations, including uplinks,downlinksand receiver management

Understand and follow AP's global distribution,backhauland backup procedures

Identifytechnical faults, escalate issues toengineeringand communicate service disruptions to affected teams

Provide professional, courteous support to internal departments and external clients

Maintain a clean,safeand organized Master Control Room environment

Follow AP health,safetyand fire policies, including mandatory training and updates

Perform other related duties as assigned by the line manager

Who you are:
At least two years of experience in a broadcast, master control,transmissionor similar technical operations environment

Working knowledge of video and audio signal monitoring,routingand distribution

Familiarity with file-based video workflows and server-based recording/playback

Understanding offiber,satelliteand IP networks used in broadcast operations

Knowledge of television principles, live productionworkflowsand broadcast standards

Strong IT literacy and confidence working with technical systems

Ability to work in a 24/7 operation, including weekends,holidaysand non-standard hours

Strong communicationand interpersonal skills

Attention to detail, technicalconfidenceand the ability to remain calm and organized under pressure

Proactive,reliableand willing to learn

A collaborative approach and commitment to supporting team operations.

Formal broadcast or technical qualifications are desirable but notrequired

Advanced-levelprofessional competency in written and spoken English isrequired

Location:
This positionwill require you to work in our Washington, D.C. bureau on an as needed basis.
Whyjoin us:
A mission-driven, inclusive environment focused on both individual and collective success.

Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals.

Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate yourproficiencyand contributions.

Salary & Benefits:
Theanticipatedhourlysalary range for this positionis$45-$55/hourbased on a candidate's skills,qualificationsand location.
Application deadline isJune 19, 2026, at 11:59p.m.ET.
AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.

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