Master Control Operator

Job Description

Master Control Operator - KALB

MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR - (EVE. - W/END) - KALB

About KALB:

KALB is an NBC affiliate, located in Alexandria, LA. We also own the CBS and CW affiliates in the market (NALB and OALB respectively). KALB is owned by Gray Television Inc., one of the fastest-growing broadcast and digital media groups in the nation. KALB produces a total of 24 hours of Live news programming per week. A market leader in News, digital, and social media, KALB NewsChannel 5 is home to award-winning reporters, and recipient of the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters ''Station of the Year'' award. Central Louisiana, a vibrant, diverse, stable community is a great place to live and work. A community with a rich history, full of hard-working, caring people, striving to make Central Louisiana the place they call home.

If you would like to see more about KALB: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnVqIg37mqE

Job Summary/Description:

KALB is seeking a Master Control Operator who will be responsible for monitoring the quality and accuracy of our on-air signals as well as ensuring the transmission meets government regulations and the station's high standards. Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and preparing programming for playout.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not be limited to):
* Perform on-air switching for live events
* Operate recording hardware, satellite receivers, and computer-based systems
* Prepare and check material for on-air playback via an automation system
* Verify all material airing by referencing program logs
* Monitor on-air signals for quality control
* Monitor transmitter and tower lights accurately to meet FCC regulations
* Anticipate and troubleshoot issues when they occur
* Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
* Minimum High School Diploma
* TV operation experience preferred
* Work well within a team environment and independently with minimal supervision
* Possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
* Computer literate and technically oriented
* Self-motivated, and a fast learner
* Exhibit a professional attitude at all times and be able to perform in a high-pressure environment
* Able to sit/stand for long periods of time

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KALB-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj05v2-3-15-221-67-42 in your application.