Master Control Operator

Job Title:         KVTN-DT (VTN) Master Control Operator Combo Night Shift
Thursday and Friday: Midnight to 8:00AM | Saturday, Sunday, Monday: 4:00PM to Midnight


Department:     
Master Control
Reports To:
       Master Control Supervisor
FSLA Status:     Non-exempt
Job Type:           Full-time (40 hours per week)

 

Principal Purpose of Job:
The Victory Television Network (VTN) seeks a full-time Master Control Operator. Position is responsible for airing all VTN’s Christian programming that is broadcast over our 3 TV stations utilizing automation software.

Work Environment:
The Victory Television Network (VTN) headquarters are located on a 12-acre campus at 701 Napa Valley Drive in west Little Rock. Duties are primarily performed in the climate controlled Master Control facility on the VTN First Floor with access by exterior doors with wheel chair ramp. Position requires sitting for the majority of each shift.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Air all VTN TV programming utilizing automation software.
  • Monitor incoming and outgoing signals from all VTN TV station transmitters
  • Monitor TV station transmitter health via remote software
  • Record, edit and upload TV programs from media files (FTP) and DVD.
  • Assist engineering in identifying and troubleshooting problems in Master Control or at VTN tower/transmitter sites.
  • Follow emergency protocols to fix off-air or security problems

Qualifications and Capabilities:

  • Applicant must be versatile and capable of learning specialized software applications, and have an aptitude for operating electronic and computer equipment.
  • Able to work in a deadline-driven environment, capable of working under pressure and skilled at performing and tracking multiple tasks during each shift
  • Strong time management and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible shift hours including weekends, and holidays
  • TV or radio station experience is a plus.
  • A/V technician experience is a plus.
  • IT or computer technician experience is a plus.

Other:
The statements contained in the job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, as relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance partially paid
  • Flexible spending account or Health savings account
  • Dental plan available
  • Vision plan available
  • Paid vacation and personal days
  • Life insurance
  • 403(b) non-matching

Job Type: Full-time