Master Control Operator

We are looking for a Master Control Operator to support its on-air operations team during an upcoming systems migration. This is a great opportunity for candidates with broadcast, media, or control room experience who want to work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Potential for transition into a full-time role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the on-air operations team during a major system migration, including:
• Programming quality control
• Commercial rehearsals & event prep
• Shadowing and monitoring on-air programming
• Providing break coverage and operational support
• Maintain and adjust automation playlists; execute changes for programming, commercials, and marketing content.
• Ensure accurate execution of commercial breaks for live and taped broadcasts.
• Support live-event and contingency workflows using automation tools such as SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
• Monitor 150+ channel streams, identifying and addressing inconsistencies quickly.
• Verify readiness of all media assets for on-air playout.
• Act as the final checkpoint for audio, video, captioning, and picture quality.
• Collaborate with Operations Supervisors to resolve any on-air discrepancies.
• Communicate with production teams to implement playlist and automation changes.
• Complete additional tasks necessary to support Network Operations Center success.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma + relevant certification or Associate’s degree in Media/Communications, or equivalent experience in broadcast, digital media, or post-production.
• Understanding of TV production, broadcast operations, or technical production environments.
• Must be able to work onsite in Centennial, CO.
• Ability to work any shift (overnights, weekends, holidays) in a 24/7/365 environment.
• Comfortable viewing all types of programming, including mature or repetitive content.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in master control or a production control room.
• Ability to stay calm and make quick, sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency-checking skills.
• Adaptability to new workflows, evolving software, and fast-changing operations.
• Excellent multitasking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual, disciplined, and proactive work style.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.

The Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in people, and we are committed to working with people of all backgrounds and connecting them with clients and companies who share our goals of diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.01 - $24.50 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• production control room: 1 year (Preferred)
• broadcast operations: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person