Master Control Supervisor
Fort Myers, FL
Full Time
Production-TV Master Control
Manager/Supervisor
Master Control Supervisor
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Master Control Supervisor to oversee operations across multiple television stations and monitor multiple radio station signals from a centralized master control facility. This role is critical in maintaining consistent, high-quality broadcast output and ensuring smooth coordination across departments and media platforms.
The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of broadcast automation, satellite operations, and signal monitoring, combined with excellent multitasking skills and the ability to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Master Control Supervisor to oversee operations across multiple television stations and monitor multiple radio station signals from a centralized master control facility. This role is critical in maintaining consistent, high-quality broadcast output and ensuring smooth coordination across departments and media platforms.
The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of broadcast automation, satellite operations, and signal monitoring, combined with excellent multitasking skills and the ability to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
- Supervise, schedule, and support master control operators to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 operation across multiple TV and radio stations.
- Monitor and ensure the quality of outbound TV and radio signals, including video, audio, and metadata.
- Manage playout automation systems, satellite feed acquisition, and server content ingestion.
- Respond quickly to technical issues across stations to minimize on-air disruptions.
- Maintain accurate broadcast logs and compliance with FCC regulations for both TV and radio operations.
- Coordinate daily operations with traffic, engineering, news, and production departments across multiple properties.
- Train staff on standard operating procedures, automation systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Develop and update documentation related to system operations and workflow standards.
- 3–5 years of experience in a broadcast master control environment, with supervisory experience preferred.
- Hands-on experience with automation systems (e.g., Florical, Harmonic, Telestream) and satellite downlink systems.
- Strong familiarity with radio signal monitoring tools and practices.
- Exceptional multitasking and time-management skills; able to manage multiple stations simultaneously.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with departments throughout the station group.
- Solid understanding of FCC regulations for both television and radio broadcasting.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a computer workstation and broadcast monitoring equipment.
- Manual dexterity required to operate broadcast control panels, keyboards, and other technical systems with precision.
- Visual ability (with or without correction) to monitor multiple video and audio streams and detect technical issues or signal irregularities.
- Auditory ability (with or without aids) to monitor audio quality and detect anomalies across radio and television signals.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 25 pounds (e.g., cables, drives, backup media).
- Mobility to move within a technical operations environment, including access to equipment racks, consoles, and related systems.
- Ability to work varied hours, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, in support of 24/7 broadcast operations.
Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
- 1st of the month after 30 days employment
- Subject to plan terms
- Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability
- PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
- Company-Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.
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