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Master Control Operator
Company: Sinclair Broadcast Group
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 06/29/2026
Job Categories: Arts, Entertainment, and Media, Information Technology, Sports and Recreation, Broadcasting/Communications, Research & Development
Job Description
Master Control Operator
<p>Sinclairs content technology is at the core of our operational excellence. We thrive on innovation and a passion for connecting people with the best local news and sports content. As we grow our content offerings and expand our broadcast, cable, and digital distribution channels, we are embracing modern technologies to fuel that growth. We are excited by the promise of cloud-first approaches and artificial intelligence in media systems. Sinclair believes that flexibility and agility will address rapidly changing media environments and we are confident that great people and great technology equal great solutions.</p>
<p>The role of <strong>Master Control Operator</strong> is responsible for operating the multi-channel and multi-brand control point for Sinclair Television Stations located in Pittsburgh, PA. Duties include, but are not limited to, Live event operations, graphics insertion, playlist manipulation, and monitoring on-air quality of the TV Station to ensure all content airs accurately and reflects the traffic and programming schedules.</p>
<p><strong><u>Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:</u></strong></p>
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<li>Understand and follow standard operating procedures for various networks, including high profile live events and disaster recovery.</li>
<li>Modification and verification of playlists for current and future broadcast times.</li>
<li>Manipulate playlist for the different join in progress scenarios.</li>
<li>Consistently monitor on-air material and communicate any discrepancies to Managers.</li>
<li>Consistently ensure that playlist information and media content are accurate, which may include but is not limited to:</li>
<li>SOM/EOM of segments</li>
<li>Database Information</li>
<li>Audio specifications</li>
<li>Video specifications</li>
<li>Secondary events (GPI,SCTE104 and Graphic Insertion)</li>
<li>Content</li>
<li>Closed Captioning</li>
<li>Active Format Descriptor.</li>
<li>Ensure proper video routing.</li>
<li>Record, Ingest and Prepare content for playout.</li>
<li>Monitor equipment for performance / device failures.</li>
<li>Capture and document network processes such as timing of log elements, program run times and on air discrepancies.</li>
<li>Setup and review content prior to scheduled airtime.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively with Managers and Operators to ensure a smooth transition between shifts.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
<li>Understand and follow departmental policies.</li>
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<p><strong><u>Qualifications:</u></strong></p>
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<li>Minimum 1 Year experience in Master Control Operations functions.</li>
<li>Experience in Local TV Station Operations. (A PLUS)</li>
<li>Experience in Switching Live Local News and Sporting Events. (A PLUS)</li>
<li>Must have great attention to detail and ability to multitask, monitoring multiple playlists and video monitors simultaneously.</li>
<li>General understanding of industry regulations and standards for video, audio, captioning and loudness.</li>
<li>Understanding of broadcast technology such as switchers, server playout, automation systems, waveform monitors and rasterizers.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively, work under stress and perform as part of a team.</li>
<li>Aptitude for operating electronic equipment and the capability to learn specialized applications.</li>
<li>Experience with Systems and Hardware for Content Ingest, Playout and Distribution.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Amagi CLOUDPORT Automation system. (A PLUS) &nbsp;</li>
<li>Available to work any shift in a 24/7 Operation as well as holidays and weekends.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.&nbsp;</li>
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Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclairs AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcts.businesswire.com%2Fct%2FCT%3Fid%3Dsmartlink%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fnam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%252F%253Furl%253Dhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.sbgi.net%25252F%2526data%253D05%25257C02%25257Cjbellucci-c%252540sbgtv.com%25257Cd95f95dd3c8e4c91aeb608dd9d5e9677%25257C897dbc0dc02d43479a713e589c67f8aa%25257C0%25257C0%25257C638839751769806860%25257CUnknown%25257CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%25253D%25253D%25257C0%25257C%25257C%25257C%2526sdata%253DiJNPHPwLBZPKg8zwssrCcqXzFZkKE%25252B6sBp0OFdum4Oc%25253D%2526reserved%253D0%26esheet%3D54265109%26newsitemid%3D20250604595363%26lan%3Den-US%26anchor%3Dwww.sbgi.net%26index%3D2%26md5%3D63a1b05751e60593cf70c57a36a1406b&data=05%7C02%7Clabrannen%40sbgtv.com%7C9634fcd5befe44fb97a008ddda9b7a4c%7C897dbc0dc02d43479a713e589c67f8aa%7C0%7C0%7C638907083484220532%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bMM0%2BPlsJu8HzKViLgUHKog6%2Bz4miS8WfDr4aISXRrw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.sbgi.net</a>.&nbsp;
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The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Lets talk.
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