Master Control Technician

Job description

OVERVIEW

OF THE COMPANY Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices.

LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KDFW FOX 4—the ratings leader in the #4 media market in the nation—is moving into a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. To ensure flawless continuous operations during this transition, we are seeking a detailed-oriented and agile Temporary Master Control Technician for an 8-week assignment. If you bring proven experience in master control automation, transmission operations, and signal ingest in a high-volume broadcast environment, join our crew for this landmark shift in North Texas television.

The Responsibilities Master Control & Automation

Execute day-to-day Master Control operations, running MC automation software, graphics playback systems, and on-air switching with absolute precision.

Transmission Operations (TOC)

Oversee transmission platforms, utilizing IP video and satellite platforms for feed acquisition, routing, and distribution.

Ingest & Content Management

Process, ingest, and verify incoming news and syndicated programming content for air.

Compliance & Logging

Maintain accurate documentation of transmitter logs, FCC requirements, and Emergency Alert System (EAS) tests.

Operational Adaptability

Multi-task seamlessly across simultaneous technical systems under tight deadlines in a top-tier market station.

Key Requirements

Education & Experience: 2-year technical or Radio-Television-Film (RTF) degree preferred (equivalent professional experience actively considered).

Industry Background

1 year of experience as a Master Control Technician, Production/ Operations Technician, or Transmission Technicain strongly preferred.

Systems Knowledge

Proficiency with master control automation, IP/satellite transmission platforms, current operating systems, iNews, and industry broadcast software applications.

Professional Attributes

Strong multi-tasker, clear communicator, effective team player, and able to maintain a calm demeanor under live-air pressure.

Availability

Must be flexible to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as operational demands require.

Work Schedule & Assignment Length Duration

8 weeks (Temporary, Full-time)

Shifts

Variable (Includes nights, weekends, and holidays) We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.30-43.98 per hour.