Master Control Operator

Ball Arena•Centennial, CO

3d•$19 - $22

About The Position

This position oversees origination of broadcasts in a multi-channel environment. Responsible for monitoring the quality and accuracy of the on-air product, timing out logs and troubleshooting issues. Ensuring all required elements are broadcast at the specified time and reporting any discrepancies. This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Two or four years of previous master control experience
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Functional knowledge and experience in broadcast production and network operational workflows. Knowledge of how other departmental activities integrate with, rely on and or support master control operations.
Operational knowledge of broadcast production equipment and technologies related to master control operations and network channel origination including but not limited to: production switchers and routers, VTRs, server based ingest/recording/playback devices and related software applications, channel automation software, network branding devices and associated keyer control systems, intercoms, etc.
A solid understanding of broadcast production techniques related to audio, video signal and related meta-data measurement, manipulation, playout and monitoring.
Experience in problem solving and troubleshooting techniques related to channel playout systems and procedures in order to rapidly and efficiently predict, avoid and correct problems.
Effective communication skills with all departments, staff and clients in order to communicate potential, real and or related issues, concerns or problems with content or network delivery.
Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software programs; Word and Excel preferred
Strong personal organization, prioritization, time management and planning skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast or a related field

Responsibilities

Responsible for manipulation of daily channel logs, adherence to programming protocols and reporting of playout and shift activities, errors and discrepancies.
Participate in training programs for technical development related to equipment, software, workflow changes and or company policies and procedures.
Troubleshoot techniques related to channel playout systems and procedures in order to rapidly and efficiently predict, avoid and correct problems.