Master Control Operator Jobs in Florida

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

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Fully Bilingual in Spanish Operate audio console board, digital automation equipment, reel-to-reel, CD player, remote broadcasting...

TV Equipment Operator - SEM Water Reclamation

  • Orlando, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 2 days ago

Salary Range $20.29-$25.87 Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 08-16-2025 Job Summary Starting Salary: $20.29 - $25.86 Florida Class B Commercial Driver License...

MCR Operator (Temporary/Seasonal)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 10 days ago

About Us: Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud,...

Producer/Board Operator (Part Time)

  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 27 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 number...

Ingest Operator

  • Doral, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Doral, FL
  • 27 days ago

Univision is seeking a talented Ingest Operator based in Miami, proficient in Avid PAM/MAM and transcoder systems, detail-oriented, strong communication skills, and be tech-savvy. This...

Master Control Operator

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 45+ days ago

WGFL/WNBW/WMYG is seeking a Master Control Operator....

Part Time Board-Operator Tallahassee, FL

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 30+ 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 number...

FCC Relief Operator

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Now hiring! FCC Relief Operator Attapulgus, GA We are looking for a FCC Relief Operator to join our Catalyst team in Attapulgus, GA. Come create chemistry with us! BASF's Catalysts division is the...

Master Control Operator

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 60+ days ago

WPBF, the ABC affiliate in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is looking for a Master Control Operator who will oversee the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams....

Game Presentation Statistics Operator - Lakeland, FL

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Statistical Knowledge: Strong understanding of baseball statistics, including common metrics used in player and team analysis....

Control Room Technician

  • Miami, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 90+ days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Control Room Technician Location: Homestead, Florida Reports to: Control Room Manager Classification: Exempt Non-exempt At Atlantic Sapphire, we are re-imagining and...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Local
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21,536,064
615,315

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Salary for Master Control Operator Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Master Control Operators in Florida 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 Florida
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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