• Master Control Operator

    Nexstar Media Group (Albuquerque, NM)


    The KRQE Media Group in Albuquerque has an opening for a Master Control Operator and willing to work an overnight shift. The MCO is responsible for the overall on-air look of KRQE, Fox New Mexico, New Mexico's CW and New Mexico 50, ensuring that programming is delivered to viewers without interruption and with high quality.

     

    + Prepares syndicated programming, runs commercials breaks during newscasts and high-value network and sports programming

    + Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it

    + Accurately checks every aspect of each log in the automation system

    + Verifies material airing via the program log, research and contacts appropriate source for missing material

    + Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts

    + Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted

    + Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible

    + Keeps all stations in compliance with FCC rules and regulations governing television broadcasters including EAS requirements, closed captioning logs and compliance with the FCC Children’s Television Act

    + Performs other duties as assigned

    Requirements & Skills:

    + Technical degree recommended, but not required or relevant work experience in broadcasting or a related field is preferred

    + Ability to quickly identify and resolve technical problems

    + Fluency in English

    + Ability to effectively communicate with other team members and department

    + Computer knowledge, familiarity with server playback and recording, and automation systems preferred

    + Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes overnights, holidays, or weekends

    + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

     

    Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

     

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.