Master Control Operator

Master Control Operator
What You’ll Do

Set up, operate, and control television broadcast equipment

Monitor television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to the viewing audience

Conduct on‑air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs

Manage and gather satellite feeds for broadcast use

Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use

Perform additional duties as assigned

What You’ve Done

Minimum two years of experience in broadcast or video production

Proficient in computer applications, including word processing and database software

Hands‑on experience with television equipment operation, automation systems, and tape and disk‑based video servers

Working knowledge of satellite controllers, video waveform monitors, vectorscopes, master control switching and routing systems

Proven ability to perform accurately and efficiently under pressure of television operations control

Developed and displayed responsible work habits with minimal supervision

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

Location: One block from Restaurant Row, with convenient access to highways and public transportation

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance

Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match

Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays

Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave

Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits: Tax‑free Transit & Tax‑free Discounted Parking Access

Pay: $20‑$23 per hour, dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

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Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates local broadcast television stations in three Midwest markets, as well as national networks that are distributed across 350+ affiliates throughout the country. The networks include MeTV, America’s number one all-classic TV network; MOVIES!, in partnership with Fox Television Stations; DECADES, developed in association with the CBS Television Station Group; and Heroes & Icons, offering both classic and contemporary programming. These networks are available in over 96% of U.S. households.

 

The company’s history goes back more than five decades. Always an entrepreneurial company finding innovative ways to serve its markets, Weigel began with a single television station — WCIU-TV. Today, Weigel is a multi-platform media company with broadcast and network operations; a popular radio station playing timeless and memorable music; and proprietary technology for news applications.

 

The industry continues to evolve and Weigel has changed dramatically along with it. What remains unchanged is Weigel’s dedication to serving our audiences and clients with compelling programming, products and innovation.