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Master Control Operator

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 169 television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operator. Nexstar Media Group Inc. is the parent company of Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc. & Nexstar Digital LLC. Learn more at www.nexstar.tv.
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The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and schedule station breaks.
  • Updates and maintains signal control systems
  • Maintains programming logs as required by station management
  • Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it
  • Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system
  • Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts
  • Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
  • Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible
  • Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  •  Requirements & Skills:
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  • Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (More or less depending on market size)
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
  • Strong PC/MS Office experience
  • Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously