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Nexstar Media Group MCO Shift Lead in Denver, Colorado
Nexstar Media Group, Inc, has an opening for a Shift Lead Master Control to work in our Denver, CO, broadcast operations center. The Shift Lead Master Control is responsible for facilitating the on-air operations of a 56-channel broadcast master control hub. The shift lead preforms a variety of tasks related to the successful execution of on-air transmission via a broadcast automation system.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and support the successful execution of on-air programming, including Live Sports, network programming, Live Local News, and syndication. Oversee successful commercial insertion during all programming.
Delegate tasks to Master Control Operators on an as needed basis.
Verify the completion of FCC legal documents including but not limited to transmitter logs and discrepancy reports.
Escalate on-air issues to Hub Management
Work as a liaison between local stations, traffic, and programming. Maintain professional communication when working with outside parties.
Tier 1 troubleshooting of technical issues including restarting applications and rebooting computers. Escalate technical issues to Hub Management and engineering.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for operational workflows.
Complete all duties of a Master Control Operator as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer
About Nexstar Media:
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 203 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices.
Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership capabilities. Technical degree recommended, but not required. Minimum High School diploma or GED Minimum 2 years in a Television Master Control environment Available for all shifts 6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am Professional written and verbal communication Experience with Microsoft Outlook Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task and balance numerous priorities in a deadline-oriented environment Experience with Florical Automation Systems is a plus.
This is a non-exempt, hourly position. Hourly rate is $22.00/hour. Other benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K match.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
