Master Control Operator
Engineer for WTVF
Nashville, Tennessee
posted on March 13, 2017
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The Master Control Operator II is responsible for operating the Master Control switcher, manning proper audio and video levels and overseeing our channels air performance and accuracy resulting in a quality on air shift. Key activities - Responsible for observing and recording transmitter power and frequency readings, adjusting them to legal limits if necessary. - Aligning satellite receiver dish, adjusting audio and video levels as well as recording programs while down linking satellite feeds. - Back-timing and adjusting all "On Air" material to ensure that when a show is started, it will end at a pre-determined time using automation. - Dub commercials into video servers with proper audio and video levels. - Operation of all Master Control equipment. Responsible for switching and verification of commercials and program material to air with correct audio and video levels; any associated keys or EAS material. Maintain all required program logs. - Loading and playing back pre-recorded programs, public service announcements and news material. - Recording programs, promotions, Public Service Announcements and news material. - Responsible for on air switching of all programs, commercials, promotions and Public Service Announcements. -Operation of audio board and all associated audio equipment. - Tuning in satellite and ENG remotes. - Loading programs on videotape machines and server based equipment, adjusting audio and video levels for proper playback. - Operating Crispin automation equipment, MC Switcher and Transmitter Remote Control (analog and digital). - Monitoring transmitter remote control equipment and take appropriate action as needed. - Reading various scopes and other technical monitoring equipment. - Responsible for maintaining in a neat and orderly manner the transmitter and microwave and station logs in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations. Education & Experience/Certifications - Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. - 1-3 years of operating a Master Control switcher in a television station or equivalent experience in a video production facility. - Six (6) months prior commercial television experience. - One (1) year of commercial television experience preferred. Skills & Abilities - Knowledge of Master Control. - Ability to operate and have working knowledge of various videotape machines, video servers, scopes and switchers. - Knowledge of transmitter power parameters. - Knowledge of machine playback from a variety of tape formats. - Must have experience with automation systems. - Must be a person who is organized, accurate, detail oriented and plans ahead under exact and immediate deadlines. - Good mathematic skills, especially with addition and subtraction. - Good manual dexterity. - Excellent communication skills. - Must be able to work well under pressure. - Must be able to work nights and weekends. Work environment - Ability to sit for long period of time - Ability to lift 20 pounds. - Must be able to reach overhead. Internal candidates please apply through WorkLife. External candidates apply at www.scripps.com/careers. The E. W. Scripps Company is an equal opportunity employer. |
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