Operator I, Master Control — Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Spartanburg, SC

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks.

• Updates and maintains signal control systems

• Maintains programming logs as required by station management

• Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it

• Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system

• Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts

• Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted

• Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible

• Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements

• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

• Fluency in English

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (More or less depending on market size)

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

• Strong PC/MS Office experience

• Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously