Master Control Operator
Hearst Argyle Properties dba WMTW Broadcast Group
Westbrook, MEJobSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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WMTW/WPXT, the ABC/CW affiliate in Portland, is hiring a Master Control Operator to operate equipment that provides content for broadcast on-air program streams. The operator monitors channels, prepares and acquires content, executes playlists, maintains regulatory compliance, ensures on-air quality, and documents transmission events. The role reports to the Engineering Director and requires in-person attendance.
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This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1388343 WMTW/WPXT, the ABC/CW affiliate in Portland, ME, has an opening for a Master Control Operator who is detail oriented, organized, and a multi-tasking team player. This person operates the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. Candidate will be responsible for monitoring multiple air channels, acquiring and preparing content, executing playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. This role reports to the Engineering Director.\ \ Responsibilities - Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast - Maintaining on air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming - Monitors multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and quality signals. - Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures. - Maintains program and transmitter logs. - Executes, edits, updates, and appends playlists. - Acquires content from various distributors. - Reports equipment issues and transmission discrepancies. Requirements - Must have computer and software experience. - Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production a plus. - Computer literacy is mandatory. - Attention to details is imperative. - Applicant must be able to multi-task - Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills - Operational knowledge and experience with master control activities and functions preferred - Ability to learn specialized software applications - Aptitude for operating electronic equipment for broadcast and production requirements. - Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience - Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered - In-person attendance is required \ Values in Action\ \ At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.\ \ Benefits\ \ Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits. - Medical | Dental | Vision - 401(k) matching - Emotional Wellness Support - Paid Time Off - Paid Parental Leave - Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
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