Master Control Hub Operator

Are you ready to be at the heart of television broadcasting? The Scripps Master Control Hub in Indianapolis is seeking a skilled Master Control Hub Operator to manage and monitor multiple programming sources while providing critical master control support. In this essential role, you'll be the technical expert ensuring seamless programming delivery across our television stations, making split-second decisions that keep our content flowing flawlessly to viewers across the region. What You’ll Do: Monitor several programming sources simultaneously, manage and switch sources for local television station programming, remotely from the Hub. Monitor various levels and signals from multiple television sites. Manage several live program logs and ensure accuracy. Ensure the correct spots are aired during programming and note any discrepancies. Solve problems and make judgment calls with business implications in mind regarding programming changes, commercials, special reports, and technical difficulties; this includes evaluating clock/timing to consider options with regard to programming as well as deciding when to elevate issues. Make decisions and consult with internal customers regarding local transmitter parameters and operation. Routinely collaborate with media prep technicians and traffic personnel to manage daily operations. Collaborate with other local news personnel as needed during breaking news situations. Interact both verbally and in writing with internal Hub client stations in a manner that ensures all of our internal customers have a consistent experience. This includes sending alerts, responses to inquiries, collaboration on problem-solving, documentation, and/or resolution of issues. Work with networks and live program providers, where required, to problem-solve issues. Maintain current knowledge of and preparedness to execute disaster recovery procedures. Perform quality assurance checks as required. May require working overtime, holidays, and weekends with short notice when necessary. Other duties as assigned. What You’ll Need: Associate’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred Generally, 5+ years of experience in a related field is preferred What You’ll Bring: Ability to problem solve and quickly take corrective action as necessary High sense of responsibility and urgency regarding corrective action and customer service Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Composure: Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast, deadline-driven environment, and maintain calmness and accuracy of work Strong organization skills Highly detail-oriented Quick mathematical skills, especially concerning timekeeping Working knowledge of video servers, routing processes, and related equipment Working knowledge of transmitter parameters and operations Good communication skills, both verbal and written Working knowledge of all functions and responsibilities of television master control As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr The E.W. Scripps Company