Master Control Operator
Duration: 1 yr. in length
Work Schedule: 3 shifts
7a-3:30p
3:00p-11:30p
11p-7:30a (shift differential: ***/hr.)
All shifts have varying days off (two days in a row)
Schedules are static (semi-permanent) until an opening on another shift or days off become available.
*Please include shift preference in submittal comments
QC Operator for on-air content
About Our Team & Job Summary:
Warner Bros. Discovery is the world’s #1 pay-tv programmer reaching 2.7 billion cumulative subscribers in more than 220 countries and territories, and the Global Technology & Operations team, of which the Master Control Operator is a member, provides the technological infrastructure and operations to ensure that audiences can enjoy WBD’s programming around the world and across platforms.
The Master Control Operator will be a hands-on contributor to Master Control Operations providing quality control for and the delivery of the on-air product to affiliates and viewers in a 24/7 broadcast environment. The key focus is to demonstrate job knowledge, organizational skills, and efficient computer skills while monitoring on-air continuity.
About the Job - Core Job Duties & Responsibilities:
• Monitor and maintain on-air continuity
• Take appropriate disaster recovery action when necessary
• Verify that program segments start and end clearly
• Verify all commercials, promos, and graphics air as schedule
• Monitor closed captioning, subtitles, and V-Chip for accuracy
• Monitor feeds for correct language distribution
• Have knowledge of broadcast automation systems, video servers, and graphics generators
• All other duties as assigned
About You- Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 years of events live operations or master control experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts or Radio/TV/Film preferred
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, good verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in computer knowledge
• Must be able to handle high pressure multi-tasking situations while acting in a professional manner
• Broadcast Automation experience preferred
• Familiarity or fluency in another language is a plus
• Must be willing to accommodate a schedule in support of a 24/7 broadcast and live environment including weekends, nights, and holidays
• This position is considered an essential role. This means that during times of inclement weather, emergencies, pandemics, or when access to the workplace may be impeded, that employees in this position are expected to report to work to support business continuity, unless otherwise instructed by their direct manager.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States
Location
Sterling Office
EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.” •
Last updated on Oct 19, 2023