Master Control Operator

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• Support current on-air operations team during the division’s major systems migration in 2026

Length: Through 8/1/2026

Location: 100% On-site: 4100 E Dry Creek Road, Centennial, CO 80122 United States

Associate Vendors: We are accepting applications from candidates who are currently authorized to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship.

• Support current on-air operations team during the division’s major systems migration in 2026. This support would include, but not limited to, programming quality control, commercial rehearsals, event preparation, shadowing on-air programming, monitoring on-air programming, and break support for other MCO’s.
• Maintain and manipulate on-air playlists, execute program/commercial/marketing changes, and support live-event and contingency workflows using cutting-edge software like SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
• Take ownership of commercial integration, ensuring flawless rolling of commercial breaks during both taped and live programming.
• Contributing to the team which collectively monitors and maintains 150+ channel streams, ensuring continuous availability and identifying any inconsistencies with keen attention to detail.
• Guarantee the continuity of programming by meticulously confirming the readiness of every piece of material for on-air playout.
• Act as the last line of defense for internal clients and stations, swiftly responding to any on-air discrepancies with situational awareness and quick decision-making skills.
• Protect our airwaves by meticulously simulating the viewer experience, constantly checking for proper audio, video, captioning, and picture quality.
• Collaborate with Operation Supervisors and work as a cohesive team to promptly recover from any on-air discrepancies.
• Prompt and clear verbal communication with partner production teams to facilitate and execute requested changes to automation playlists.
• Perform all other duties to support the success of the Network Operations Center as assigned by manager and follow company rules and policies.

• A High School Diploma and relevant certification or Associate's Degree in Media or Communications, or equivalent professional experience in broadcast, digital, or post production role.
• A solid understanding of television production, broadcast operations, and/or news/sports/entertainment technical production requirements.
• Team is looking for a candidate with Local Station experience.
• Must be tech savy, have great communication, and performs well under pressure.
• Must be willing and available to work any shift including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of a 24x7/365 operation, with possibility of schedule changes based on business needs and priorities.
• Must be willing and able to view all content including that considered to be mature in nature, repetitive, and potentially controversial.
• The ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to adapt to new and changing workflows and software implementations.
• An acute attention to detail and a knack for cross-referencing and identifying inconsistencies, coupled with the ability to anticipate and report potential issues and concerns proactively.
• Ability to multi-task and balance numerous priorities in a deadline-oriented environment.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven experience working collaboratively with others, who is always respectful and maintains a positive attitude.
• A punctual, hardworking, disciplined, and dependable individual.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Fluency or proficiency in Spanish is a definite plus.
• Prior professional experience working in master control or a production control room is highly desirable, but not required.

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