AAJA24
Postal Code:
64133
Job Category:
Television
Employment Type:
Full time
Posted:
12.25.2025
Job Description KMBC-TV / KCWE-TV, the ABC and CW affiliates in Kansas City, MO are looking for a
Master Control Operator
who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly.
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
Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
Observe transmitters and take readings
Maintain program and transmitter logs
Edit and append playlists
Acquire content from distributors and content delivery systems
Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies
In person attendance is required
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; training will be offered for qualified candidates
Knowledge of graphics systems for on‑air branding and messaging
Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered
Must be willing to work all shifts and weekends
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
About Company
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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64133
Job Category:
Television
Employment Type:
Full time
Posted:
12.25.2025
Job Description KMBC-TV / KCWE-TV, the ABC and CW affiliates in Kansas City, MO are looking for a
Master Control Operator
who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly.
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
Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures
Observe transmitters and take readings
Maintain program and transmitter logs
Edit and append playlists
Acquire content from distributors and content delivery systems
Report equipment issues and transmission discrepancies
In person attendance is required
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; training will be offered for qualified candidates
Knowledge of graphics systems for on‑air branding and messaging
Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered
Must be willing to work all shifts and weekends
Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
About Company
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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