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Master Control Operator

Morgan Murphy Media

Master Control Operator

Kennewick, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT US:

    KAPP/KVEW TV, your local ABC affiliate in the Yakima/Tri Cities market of Washington State, is part of Morgan Murphy Media.   We are a family-owned, people-first business and our communities are at the core of what we do and who we are.

    ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

    KVEW TV in Kennewick, WA is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to work in our Master Control department.   If you are comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can think quickly in a pressure situation, then we want to hear from you!

    WHAT YOU'LL DO:

    • On air switching, program recording & prep
    • Aggressive monitoring of network transmissions for quality control
    • Solve/troubleshoot problems in a crisis situation, i.e., computer/equipment malfunction or failure
    • Keep detailed logs and maintain records
    • Read television programming log to ascertain name of program or station break, and at what time program or station break is scheduled to air

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

    • Ability to do quick and accurate basic math
    • Good knowledge of computer use
    • Excellent communication skills and ability to work without supervision
    • Constant attention to detail and excellent project management skills a must
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment and think quickly under pressure
    • Knowledge of basic video file formats and non-linear video editing is a plus
    • Solid understanding of file and folder management under Windows 7
    • Knowledge of Grass Valley Edius Software is a plus
    • Ability to watch several monitors at once while listening to multiple audio sources
    • Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds or more
    • 1 year Master Control experience and/or 2 years college or technical school, preferred
    • SBE Operator Certification, preferred

    WHAT KAPP/KVEW OFFERS:

    • We're a dynamic and progressive business that values our employees, our culture and our community.
    • We are a team of talented and creative professional. Who wouldn't want to work with the best in the business?
    • Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days and holidays.

    KAPP/KVEW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER