Operations Shift Lead

This is a Full Time Job

Nexstar Media Group, Inc, has an opening for a Master Control Shift Lead to work in our Denver, CO, broadcast operations center. The Master Control Shift Lead 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.
• Qualifications
• 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.
• Equal Opportunity Employer