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Master Control Operations Technician

Nexstar Media Group

IL-Chicago;2501 W. Bradley Place (WGN-TV), USonsite

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Chicago based WGN-TV, News Nation, Antenna and Rewind TV networks, have an immediate opening for a Master Control Operations Technician to work in a dynamic broadcast and media delivery environment.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for operating systems and equipment in the master control operation supporting Nexstar’s broadcast facilities in addition to supporting other operations as needed. • Maintain quality control standards while operating and monitoring systems that distribute content via automation, adhering to company guidelines and FCC rules.   • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of broadcast operations, with the ability to maintain quality and communicate quickly and effectively with various stakeholders.   • Maintain the highest level of quality control using excellent judgement, anticipating problems, and engaging support when needed. • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities with effective communication to best convey the issues necessary for resolution. • Use a combination of both IT and broadcasting operational skills. • Other duties as assigned.

The Master Control Operations Technician is responsible for operations of national network feeds and working with remote studio operations and affiliates that may be experiencing technical difficulties. Must also possess a working knowledge of ancillary on air equipment such as Satellite uplinks, CGs, Emergency Alerts, caption encoders, routers, switchers, various networked workstations. 

Qualifications • Two years experience of broadcast operations in a professional live media operation environment required. • Experience with Florical or other broadcast automation systems is a must. • Detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Broadcast engineering background is a plus. • Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. • This position requires flexibility in schedule and could include evenings, weekends and holidays as well as some limited travel. • Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless attitude. • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

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Compensation: $22.13 to $46.68 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits : Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

SCAM ALERT: Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com).  Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv .

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