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Master Control Operator - Broadcast Operations Job at GCS Recruitment in Centenn

GCS Recruitment · Multiple locations ·

Job type:
Contract

Master Control Operator - Broadcast Operations


Location: Centennial, CO
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Duration: 6 Months Contract
Schedule: 24/7 Operation - Nights, Weekends & Holidays Required


Job Summary


We are seeking a Master Control Operator to support a fast-paced Network Operations Center during a major broadcast systems migration. The ideal candidate will have experience in broadcast operations, master control, television production, or a production control room environment.


This position is responsible for maintaining on-air programming, monitoring multiple channel streams, managing playlists, supporting live events, and ensuring the highest level of broadcast quality.


Responsibilities



  • Monitor on-air programming and broadcast channel streams.

  • Perform quality control checks for audio, video, captions, and picture quality.

  • Maintain and modify on-air playlists and execute programming and commercial changes.

  • Support live events, commercial rehearsals, and contingency operations.

  • Monitor programming continuity and ensure all media is ready for playout.

  • Identify and respond quickly to on-air discrepancies.

  • Support commercial break execution for live and recorded programming.

  • Communicate programming changes clearly to production and operations teams.

  • Work with broadcast automation platforms including SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.

  • Collaborate with Operations Supervisors and other Master Control Operators.

  • Follow Network Operations Center procedures and operational standards.


Qualifications



  • High School Diploma, relevant certification, Associate's Degree, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Experience in broadcast, television, digital media, post-production, or production control.

  • Understanding of television production and broadcast operations.

  • Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting ability.

  • Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions under pressure.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment.

  • Must be available for overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

  • Must be willing to work fully onsite in Centennial, CO.

  • Must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization.


GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.


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