Nexstar Media, Denver, CO, has an opening for a Master Control Operator to work in our Denver CO, Operating Center. The Master Control Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the preparation of material for on-air playback via an automation system, supporting a 24/7 TV broadcast company. The ideal candidate has experience with broadcast automation systems and/or strong computer skills or IT experience. Experience working in a broadcast hub facility is highly desired.
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Responsibilities
- Available for all shifts 6am to 2pm, 2pm to 10pm, and 10pm to 6am.
- Shift times may change depending on operational needs.
- Monitors and controls the automation system for proper event execution.
- Prepares syndicated programming, runs commercial breaks during newscasts and high-value network and sports programming. Media managing commercial content.
- Accurately checks every aspect of each log in the automation system.
- Keeps all stations in compliance with FCC rules and regulations governing television broadcasters including EAS requirements, closed captioning logs and compliance with the FCC Children’s Television Act
- Verifies material airing via the program log, Research and contacts appropriate source for missing material.
- Monitors transmitters and tower lights under the FCC regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
- Technical degree recommended, but not required, or experience in a related field
- Fluent in English
- Minimum of 2 years in Master Control preferred, experience in a master control HUB desired.
- Experience with Florical automation preferred.
- Must be capable of using IT-based equipment in a broadcast environment.
- Computer knowledge, familiarity with server playback and recording, and automation systems preferred
- Knowledge of satellite spot delivery systems preferred
- Must be able to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and have the ability to solve problems.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, weekends.
- Must be able to work under deadlines and have the ability to multi-task.
- Must be willing to submit to a background check
- Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
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Equal Opportunity Employer
About Nexstar Media:
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 203 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices.
This is a non-exempt, hourly position. Hourly start rate is $19.23 per hour. Other benefits includes Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K match.
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
