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Technical Director/Master Control Operator

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Location:

News Press TV-8100

Area of Interest:

Broadcast - Operations

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Non-exempt [Non-ex.]

FT/PT:

Full-time

Number of Positions:

1

Job Description:

NPG/KQ2 in St. Joseph, MO is seeking a full-time Technical Director/Master Control Operator to join our Operations Department. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be challenged and work in a fast-paced environment. 

As a Master Control Operator you will be responsible for performing all on-air operations to include recording, downloading, ingesting, editing of all on-air programming commercial material, running breaks during live sporting events and Network Prime programming. 

You will also become familiar with the control room and will be expected to direct our live weekend newscasts (5, 9 and 10pm Newscasts).  Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Operations Manager. 

Television is fast paced and always changing; we are looking for someone who is adaptable to new technologies, tasks, and workflows. You should possess basic computer skills as well as be good at trouble shooting problems. Having reliable transportation and being dependable is an absolute must for this position.

Technical Director: Saturday and Sunday, 3pm till 11pm.

Master Control Operator: Monday, Thursday and Friday, 4pm till 12am.

If you think you would enjoy this job and would like to join the team, we would love to meet you.  Relatable television experience is preferred but not required. All training will be provided.  

Minimum Physical Requirements of Position

  • Positioned in front of monitor – 3 to 8 hours of each shift
  • Use of fingers to operate ROSS switcher/keyboard and mouse – 4 to 8 hours of each shift
  • Walk from one area of department to another – as needed
  • Vision, specifically near acuity within 20-foot range -- 8 hours of each shift
  • Speaking/communication with team – 8 hours of each shift
  • Listening for verbal cues and direction -- 8 hours of each shift 

This is a full-time, non-exempt position that will be eligible for a strong benefits package which can be viewed at https://flimp.live/MyNewsPressBenefits.   The successful candidate must pass a background check and drug screening.

Please apply to this link https://myjobs.adp.com/npgexternalcareers/cx/job-listing?keyword=Creative%20Services%20Producer and identify your source for learning of this position.

News-Press TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requisition Number:

26-1062

Apply at: https://myjobs.adp.com/npgexternalcareers/cx/job-details?reqId=5001189153006

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