Freelance Master Control Operator - Spectrum News

Job Overview

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Do you love working with others to create something impactful? Are you a detail-oriented self-starter who loves a good challenge? Apply to be a Master Control Operator at Spectrum News.

Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We are committed to providing viewers with 24‑hour news whenever, wherever they want it.

As a Master Control Operator
, you will be responsible for the quality control of all technical aspects of our news and sports programming. Your duties include audio mixing, video editing, graphic design, closed captions, video quality, spelling, and more. You will collaborate with colleagues to produce accurate, engaging, informative, and entertaining broadcasts in a fast‑paced environment that requires multitasking and problem‑solving.

• Handling multiple projects at once
• Working with the production team to keep your local community informed
• Quality assessing all content before it airs for accuracy and relevance

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in television news, 0–2 years
• High school diploma
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including standard and high‑definition operations, non‑linear edit systems, VTRs, server‑based recording/playback devices and related software applications, server networking and transfer technologies, broadcast routers, and intercom panels.
Strong technical aptitude and experience with television control room and studio production technology, including automated on‑air playout systems, newsroom editorial software, non‑linear editing systems, microwave/satellite systems, bonded cellular systems, and router systems.
• Ability to organize and manage shifting priorities under tight deadlines and in pressure situations, adapt quickly to change, and maneuver equipment up to 50 lb.
• Ability to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to breaking news or severe weather emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or related field, comparable television work experience preferred.

• Normal office environment
• Communication primarily in person, by phone and by email
• Ability to distinguish colors and discern sounds

The base pay for this position generally is between $20.00 and $40.60. The actual compensation offered will consider a wide range of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Certain positions are eligible for additional incentive‑based compensation such as bonuses.

Charter Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. If a qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.