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The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering

Part Time Master Control Operations

The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319

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JOB DESCRIPTION Broadcast Master Control Operator WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for a

Part‑time

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. You will report to the Production Manager.

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

Operate broadcast automation equipment

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

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

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 US 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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