Master Control Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Master Control Operator/Broadcast Technician

Duration:6 Months + (Possible Extension/conversion)

Location:

Centennial, CO 80122 -Onsite

Pay Rate:$24 /hour on w2.

Company Overview

A leading global media and entertainment organization is seeking a Quality Control Master Control Operator. The company produces and distributes television, film, and streaming content and operates multiple brands, channels, and digital platforms. The organization values community impact, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Support on-air operations during an upcoming major systems migration.
• Perform programming quality control, commercial rehearsals, event preparation, and monitoring of on-air programming.
• Provide break support for other Master Control Operators (MCOs).
• Maintain and adjust on-air playlists, execute program/commercial/marketing changes, and support live-event and contingency workflows using broadcast automation software.
• Ensure accurate and seamless commercial integration for both live and prerecorded programming.
• Contribute to continuous monitoring of 150+ channel streams, identifying inconsistencies with strong attention to detail.
• Confirm readiness of all materials for on-air playout to maintain uninterrupted programming.
• Act as the last line of defense by responding quickly to any on-air issues with strong situational awareness.
• Simulate the viewer experience to verify audio, video, captioning, and overall picture quality.
• Collaborate closely with operations supervisors and team members to quickly recover from on-air discrepancies.
• Communicate clearly with production teams to facilitate playlist and automation changes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the Network Operations Center.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma plus a relevant certification or Associate’s Degree in media, communications, or related field, OR equivalent experience in broadcast, digital, or post-production environments.
• Solid understanding of television production, broadcast operations, or technical production for news, sports, or entertainment content.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work fully on-site at the designated facility (no remote/hybrid options).
• Must be available for any shift, including mornings, swing shifts, overnights, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs.
• Must be comfortable viewing all types of content, including mature or repetitive material.

Desired Characteristics:

• Prior experience in master control or a production control room preferred.
• Ability to stay calm and make fast decisions in high-pressure environments.
• Fluent or proficient in Spanish is a plus.
• Position is temporary (approximately six months) with potential for transition into a full-time Master Control Operator role.