Broadcast Master Control Operator

Posted by KOAT 7

09/24/2025

Broadcast Master Control Operator

Responsibilities
  • Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast
  • Maintain on-air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming
  • Monitor multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and signal integrity
  • Operate broadcast automation equipment
  • Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
  • Observe transmitters and take readings
  • Maintain program and transmitter logs
  • Edit and append playlists
  • Acquiring content from distributors and content delivery systems
  • Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies
Requirements
  • 1+ years of computer, email, software and web applications
  • Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production
  • Work in a collaborative environment and independently
  • Experience with master control activities and tasks preferred; Familiarity with Florical Systems a plus.
  • Knowledge of graphics systems for on-air branding and messaging
  • Must be willing to work mornings, nights, weekends and Holidays
  • Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered

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Diversity Statement At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of 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 LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family’s needs About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry’s premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Apply online at Hearst Television
Deadline: 11/24/2025

This job has been posted by an Equal Employment Opportunity  Employer