What are the responsibilities and job description for the MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR - KPTV position at Gray Media?
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KPTV:
KPTV FOX 12 is Portland, Oregon's #1 news station and the home of First, Live, Local news, and First Alert Weather. The FOX 12 team produces Portland's top-rated newscasts, local programs, and original live-streaming shows and content. KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.
Job Summary/Description:
KPTV in Beaverton is seeking Master Control Operators. The successful candidates will be responsible for monitoring multiple TV stations and preparing and maintaining the quality of the on-air content using the latest technology in Master Control automation. The position includes switching commercials, airing station breaks, recording daily syndicated feeds, and inputting material into video servers. While also providing QC support to Network and Local programming. monitor on-air signals for all streams, transmitters, and FCC logs.
Duties/Responsibilities would include (but not limited to):
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KPTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KPTV:
KPTV FOX 12 is Portland, Oregon's #1 news station and the home of First, Live, Local news, and First Alert Weather. The FOX 12 team produces Portland's top-rated newscasts, local programs, and original live-streaming shows and content. KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.
Job Summary/Description:
KPTV in Beaverton is seeking Master Control Operators. The successful candidates will be responsible for monitoring multiple TV stations and preparing and maintaining the quality of the on-air content using the latest technology in Master Control automation. The position includes switching commercials, airing station breaks, recording daily syndicated feeds, and inputting material into video servers. While also providing QC support to Network and Local programming. monitor on-air signals for all streams, transmitters, and FCC logs.
Duties/Responsibilities would include (but not limited to):
- Monitor all broadcast streams for KPTV and KPDX.
- Operate master control systems, including the ability to effectively perform the following: commercial/program ingest & QC, Satellite operations, and controlling the automation system.
- Proficient operation and knowledge of Master Control operation and supporting equipment preferred.
- This position requires attention to detail, as well as the ability to make fast, accurate judgments, multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, and problem-solving.
- Monitor and edit automation playlists to ensure correct playback of programming and commercial content.
- Monitor air signals to ensure KPTV is adhering to FCC and station guidelines.
- Ingest commercial content and programming from multiple sources including but not limited to Satellite feeds, FTP delivery, LTN, and Extreme Reach.
- Ingest commercials, programs, and other program materials into the station automation system.
- Occasionally assist with the production of local news, promotions, and commercial programming.
- Master Control experience with Crispin or other automation systems preferred.
- Flexibility with scheduling and job assignments.
- Computer experience and willingness to learn are a must.
- Needs to work and communicate well with others, as well as be a self-starter.
- Must be able to work flexible days, hours, and holidays in a 24 x 7 x 365 day-a-year work environment.
- Successful candidates should be dependable, well organized, be able to multi-task, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to work calmly under pressure, and meet deadlines.
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KPTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.
