Centralcast Operator

Technician for Meredith Corp.
Phoenix, Arizona

posted on July 23, 2020


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Job Title Centralcast Operator Job Description I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives. The Centralcast Operator at Meredith Corp. monitors the on-air signal of multiple television stations and switches sources to air using Harris Automation as well as a manual master control switcher. Also Ingests programs, commercials and promos as needed. II. Essential Job Functions Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results 70% Operates technical hardware and systems related to on-air operations. Monitors on-air signal of multiple television stations and switches sources to air using Harris Automation as well as a manual master control switcher. Records satellite feeds and ingests programs, promos, and commercials into playout servers. Video editing as required. 15% Documents on air operations through logs and reports including recording transmitter readings and writing discrepancy and shift reports 10% Communicates issues and problems to management and other personnel at local and remote facilities to ensure all material is ready for air. 5% Participates in projects and special assignments as requested by management. 100% III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required. Experience: At least 3 years of successful experience in a broadcast television station master control or operational/technical department is required. Experience providing master control/operational support to multiple stations is highly preferred. Experience with Harris Automation is highly preferred. Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to work flexible, varying shift schedules as needed including early mornings, overnights, and weekends. Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and complete work assignments in an accurate and timely manner. Must be adaptable and flexible with the ability to shift focus on new priorities. Good interpersonal skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be team oriented and have had past successful experience working in a team environment. Must have good organizational and time management skills. Must be able to follow directions and dependably complete work assignments. Must be technologically proficient. Strong or intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: % Travel Required (Approximate): 0% It is the policy of Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Meredith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Meredith participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees #LMG#


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