Master Control Operator II

Master Control Operator QC Operator for on-air content

About Our Team & Job Summary:

Warner Bros. Discovery is the world's #1 pay-tv programmer reaching 2.7 billion cumulative subscribers in more than 220 countries and territories, and the Global Technology & Operations team, of which the Master Control Operator is a member, provides the technological infrastructure and operations to ensure that audiences can enjoy WBD's programming around the world and across platforms. The Master Control/Live Events Operator will be a hands-on contributor to Master Control Operations providing quality control for and the delivery of the on-air product to affiliates and viewers in a 24/7 broadcast environment. The key focus is to demonstrate job knowledge, organizational skills, and efficient computer skills while monitoring on-air continuity. About the Job -

Core Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain on-air continuity
• Take appropriate disaster recovery action when necessary
• Verify that program segments start and end clearly
• Verify all commercials, promos, and graphics air as schedule
• Monitor closed captioning, subtitles, and V-Chip for accuracy
• Monitor feeds for correct language distribution
• Have knowledge of broadcast automation systems, video servers, and graphics generators
• All other duties as assigned
• Hands-on contributor to live event execution, including but not limited to, acting as AD, TD, graphics operator, S&P delay operator, and/or ingest operator; including signal QC and routing
• Work in accordance with Network and Digital clients with a professional, poised demeanor under pressure
• Assist in documenting and distributing live event SOPs
• Attend/participate in client creative & production meetings (when schedule allows) to gather requirements and provide operational input
• Be a hands-on contributor/collaborator/tester of innovation and implementation of new/revised live capabilities based on new technology integration and client/business initiatives
• Support digital partners as needed for live events and other endeavors
• Partner closely with Engineering, TOC, and IT to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues surrounding live events
• Train live event operators as needed
• All other duties as assigned

About You- Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of events live operations or master control experience
• Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts or Radio/TV/Film preferred
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, good verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in computer knowledge
• Must be able to handle high pressure multi-tasking situations while acting in a professional manner
• Broadcast Automation experience preferred
• Familiarity or fluency in another language is a plus
• Must be willing to accommodate a schedule in support of a 24/7 broadcast and live environment including weekends, nights, and holidays
• This position is considered an essential role. This means that during times of inclement weather, emergencies, pandemics, or when access to the workplace may be impeded, that employees in this position are expected to report to work to support business continuity, unless otherwise instructed by their direct manager.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States Location Atlanta, GA - Techwood Hub