Master Control Operator
On-site · Flint, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Master Control Operator for Sinclair Television Stations in Flint, MI, responsible for operating the multi-channel and CBS/NBC control point, performing live event operations, graphics insertion, playlist manipulation, and monitoring on-air quality to ensure accurate content airing and alignment with traffic/programming schedules. Includes modification/verification of playlists, handling join-in-progress scenarios, monitoring on-air material, ensuring accuracy of playlist information and media content (SOM/EOM, database information, audio/video specifications, GPI/SCTE104 and graphics), ensuring proper video routing, content ingest/preparation for playout, equipment monitoring, and routine communication with Managers. Requires understanding SOPs for networks, attention to detail, multitasking across multiple playlists and monitors, familiarity with broadcast technology (switchers, playout servers, automation, waveform monitors, rasterizers), ability to work under stress, effective communication, and willingness to work a 24/7 shift including holidays and weekends. A PLUS: Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system knowledge.
Required Qualifications
- 1 Year experience in Master Control Operations functions.
- Experience in Local TV Station Operations.
- Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events.
- Must have great attention to detail and ability to multitask, monitoring multiple playlists and video monitors simultaneously.
- General understanding of industry regulations and standards for video, audio, captioning and loudness.
- Understanding of broadcast technology such as switchers, server playout, automation systems, waveform monitors and rasterizers.
- Ability to communicate effectively, work under stress and perform as part of a team.
- Aptitude for operating electronic equipment and the capability to learn specialized applications.
- Experience with Systems and Hardware for Content Ingest, Playout and Distribution.
- Knowledge of Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system. (A PLUS)
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