Master Control Operator

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. The estimated base salary range for this role is between $42,000 and $44,000 annually. 

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