Master Control Operator (Part time)
Required skills
- WAPT
- ABC
- CBS
- Jackson, MS
- part time
- Master Control Operator
- broadcast
- on-air program streams
- multiple air channels
- preparing content
Nice to have
- SBE
- related military experience
Role summary
WAPT, an ABC/CBS affiliate in Jackson, MS, seeks a part-time Master Control Operator to oversee broadcast equipment and content streams. Responsibilities include monitoring multiple channels for regulatory compliance and signal integrity, operating broadcast automation systems, managing content ingestion and playlists, and documenting transmission events. The role requires 1+ years of experience with computer and software applications, with prior television station operations exposure preferred. Training will be provided for qualified candidates with experience in master control activities and knowledge of graphics systems. In-person attendance is mandatory.
WAPT, the ABC/CBS affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a part time Master Control Operator who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. You will monitor multiple air channels, preparing content, building playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. You will ingest commercials and programs, timing them and making sure they all play on air properly. You will report to the Engineering Director.
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At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

