Master Control Operator / Audio Operator (Albany, NY)

Job Title: Master Control Operator/Audio Operator. Full-Time Position. Relocation not included. 
Status: CLOSED 
Eligible: College degree or technical school training, 1-3 years television master control or production experience.

If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements please send your resume to lhoward@t-howard.org

Summary: Position reports to Master Control/Audio Supervisor.  Responsible for the execution of On-Air Transmission(s) and Technical Quality of incoming and outgoing programming.  Operate all aspects of Master Control and Audio Operations in a 24 hour news environment for multiple markets. 

Responsibilities:   

In Production Control (PCR): 

  • Mix all Audio sources needed (mics, vo, sots, pkgs, music, etc.).
  • Quality Check all Mic and IFB signal prior to live/recorded production.
  • Set up Studio Sets, prepare all audio needs for talent and guests.
  • Places all cameras in position for production needs.
  • Operate Telemetrics Camera Control Panel. 
  • Recall teleprompter scripts and operate if needed.  
  • Relieve Master Control Operator.  
  • Assist Technical Director/Producers in reviewing live/records to meet on-air standards. 
  • Schedule Operators for production and provide training for new staff. 

In Master Control (MCR):

  • Operate Master Control switcher and all control room devices and integrated systems for multiple markets.  
  • Ensure proper execution of master control tasks including on-air automation for news wheel(s) and commercial playback, along with switching to air, live elements such as traffic or weather reports and breaking news instances.  
  • Providing accurate counts and cues to Traffic, Weather Talent and Control Room producer/directors for on-air reports.  
  • Consistent quality check of transmission and return of on-air product.  
  • Prepare and complete Discrepancy reports when problems occur.  
  • Record product air checks for backup needs and archive purposes.  
  • Cross-Train with Media Manager and Ingest team.  
  • Notify supervisors and support staff when news channel is experiencing technical difficulties.

Requirements:    

  • Minimum college degree or technical school training preferred. 
  • 1-3 years television master control or production experience preferred, preferably in a news environment.  
  • Ability to work flexible shifts and schedules as well as overtime when called for by operational need.  
  • Experience with computerized automation and news systems preferred