Master Control Operator Jobs in California

A Master Control Operator (MCO) plays a crucial role in the broadcasting industry by ensuring seamless transmission of television and radio programs. They monitor and control the quality of content being broadcast, ensuring the correct sequence of shows, commercials, and other content. MCOs also troubleshoot any transmission errors and coordinate with various departments to rectify them timely. They manage the logs for all broadcast transmissions and ensure compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations.

Key skills for a Master Control Operator include attention to detail, strong technical expertise, ability to work under pressure, and excellent problem-solving skills. Familiarity with broadcast operations and equipment, and proficiency in relevant software are also essential. A certification from the Society of Broadcast Engineers can be beneficial, although not mandatory. Typically, a person may work as a Broadcast Technician, Production Assistant, or Video Editor before advancing to the role of a Master Control Operator.

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Board Operator - Part Time

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

room Assists with adjusting signal and programming content to ensure transmission meets federally mandated broadcast standards Some college radio or small market radio experience preferred Previous board...

Freelance Quality Control Operator - Big Ten Network

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox SportsFOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporations wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built...

Mastering QC Operator

  • Burbank, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 8 days ago

Eurofins Digital Media Services, LLC is searching for a Mastering QC Operator to work in New York, NY. Mastering QC Operator responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following : Set...

Board Operator, Programming Operations, Part-time

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago

Who We Are: SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connected Vehicle Services) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering...

Dome Operator

  • Inglewood, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA
  • 15 days ago

Experience Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Broadcasting, Audio Production, Film, Television and Digital Media or similar relevant fields....

Media Replay Operator (TV Production)

  • Burbank, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 18 days ago

We are hiring for a Digital Designer in Bristol, Connecticut! Responsibilities: Operates all broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including but not limited to...

TOC Operator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago

Control operator and, Playback, TOC Operator\n Performs duties on remote broadcasts, as assigned\n Perform dubbing operations, as needed\n \n THE STATS What we're looking for in our next teammate \...

Master Control Operator

  • Salinas, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 21 days ago

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for a Master Control Operator who is a self-motivated, detail oriented, organized multi-tasking...

4.03 g Technician - Technical Operator

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

KPIX has an immediate opening for a Technical Operations Center (TOC) Technician. The (TOC) Technician is responsible for working as a team with editorial staff and field crews in acquiring,...

Board Operator/Producer (Part-Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago

iHeartMedia Markets Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the...

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Salary for Master Control Operator Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Master Control Operators in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.8%
Master's Degree
12.2%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
High School or GED
7.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.1%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Master Control Operators in California
2-4 years
45.4%
4-6 years
23.7%
Less than 1 year
14.2%
1-2 years
8.3%
None
6.3%
6-8 years
2.2%


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