Master Control Operator

Job Purpose
Operate and track programming schedules to ensure timely airing of the advertisements paid for by the stations' client-advertisers. We are invested in recruiting individuals with interests in broadcasting and/or IT & Networking, and bringing them aboard our Engineering team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads, interprets and manages the broadcast log operation through station automation. Adjusts the log for timing accuracy.
• Moves and edits the log to accommodate timely airing of programming and paid commercial elements.
• Operates systems to ensure that network programming airs or is recorded as needed.
• Operates systems to capture, record and transcode programing and commercials.
• Insures the technical and observable quality of all air content for all networks is correct.
• Acts in concert with other departments to produce and air live or recorded studio content.
• Maintains a discrepancy log to ensure awareness of any on-air event that is either technically incorrect or missing. Notes any changes that impact programming or paid commercial.
• Maintains a log that tracks transmitter and tower light operations.
• Reports any technical issues to the station engineering staff in a timely manager.
• Times all air content for correct ins, segments and outs.
• Interfaces with the Traffic, Promotions, and Sales departments to ensure all content airs as required.
• Performs periodic EAS tests as required by the FCC.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Preferred or Applied Associate in Broadcast Technology
• Specialized knowledge in broadcasting preferred
• Skills – Basic Math, ability to multi-task, excellent oral/written communication
• Basic computer knowledge preferred

Working Conditions
General Office environment; must be able to lift up to 20 lbs

Direct Reports
Directly reports to the MCO Manager.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person