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Master Control Operator

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Overview

WMTW/WPXT, the ABC/CW affiliate in Portland, ME, has an opening for a Master Control Operator who is detail oriented, organized, and a multi-tasking team player.

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WMTW/WPXT, the ABC/CW affiliate in Portland, ME, has an opening for a Master Control Operator who is detail oriented, organized, and a multi-tasking team player. This person operates the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams. Candidate will be responsible for monitoring multiple air channels, acquiring and preparing content, executing playlists, maintaining regulatory compliance, assuring quality control of on-air product, and documenting transmission events. This role reports to the Engineering Director.

Responsibilities

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  • Coordinate live and recorded programming for broadcast   
  • Maintaining on air operation to include running commercials, network and local programming 
  • Monitors multiple channels to ensure regulatory compliance and quality signals. 
  • Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures. 
  • Maintains program and transmitter logs. 
  • Executes, edits, updates, and appends playlists. 
  • Acquires content from various distributors. 
  • Reports equipment issues and transmission discrepancies. 

Requirements

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  • Must have computer and software experience.   
  • Prior exposure to television station operations and newscast production a plus.   
  • Computer literacy is mandatory.   
  • Attention to details is imperative. 
  • Applicant must be able to multi-task  
  • Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills 
  • Operational knowledge and experience with master control activities and functions preferred
  • Ability to learn specialized software applications 
  • Aptitude for operating electronic equipment for broadcast and production requirements. 
  • Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
  • Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered
  • In-person attendance is required

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

What We Offer

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Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Westbrook, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
June 11, 2026
First seen
June 11, 2026
Last seen
June 13, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
0
Repost count
1
Trust Level
44%
Scored at
June 11, 2026

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