Master Control Operator

Warner Bros Discovery Warner Bros Discovery · Media · Sterling, VA +1 · Technology

The Master Control Operator is responsible for monitoring and maintaining on-air continuity in a 24/7 broadcast environment, ensuring accurate delivery of programming, commercials, promos, and graphics to affiliates and viewers. This role requires knowledge of broadcast automation systems, video servers, and graphics generators, along with strong organizational and computer skills to handle high-pressure, multi-tasking situations.

What you'd actually do

  1. Monitor and maintain on-air continuity
  2. Take appropriate disaster recovery action when necessary
  3. Verify that program segments start and end clearly
  4. Verify all commercials, promos, and graphics air as schedule
  5. Monitor closed captioning, subtitles, and V-Chip for accuracy

Skills

Required

  • events live operations or master control experience
  • organizational skills
  • verbal and written communication skills
  • proficiency in computer knowledge
  • ability to handle high pressure multi-tasking situations
  • willingness to accommodate a schedule in support of a 24/7 broadcast and live environment including weekends, nights, and holidays
  • legal right to work in the United States

Nice to have

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts or Radio/TV/Film
  • Broadcast Automation experience
  • familiarity or fluency in another language