Full-time, onsite in Irondale (Birmingham), AL. Not remote-eligible.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:

As the Technical Operations Center Operator, you will responsible for material preparation, playout, and monitoring of television and radio programming. Utilizing automated systems, the Operator follows a prepared schedule, implements changes when necessary and makes transitions from recorded to live content.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Ensure that the material scheduled for playback is available and plays at the scheduled times.
• Maintain the playlists and make timing adjustments due to timing discrepancies.
• Monitor the quality of the audio and video material.
• Operate and observe all equipment associated with the Technical Operations Center.
• Prepare discrepancy reports for any differences in what is scheduled versus what actually airs.
• Coordinate transition to and from live programming with production staff.
• Monitor transmission equipment and log readings.
• Monitor back-up power equipment; conduct manual changeover to utility power when necessary.
• Monitor alarm display located in Technical Operations Center.
• Ingest program and interstitial material for playback and archival purposes.
• Understand the schedule of live events and ingest those events.
• Monitor system that transfers material to and from the archive.

ABOUT YOU:

• You have practical experience and knowledge of broadcasting.
• Knowledge with personal computers and familiarity with Windows environment.
• Flexible hours to include working on weekends, holidays and overnight hours
• Good eyesight (20/20 corrected) and hearing are required. No color blindness.
• Able to work well under pressure; you are a team player, able to collaborate well with others.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:

• We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
• Family-oriented working environment. We value the importance of family, and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
• Worship at work! Freedom to participate in daily Mass, Adoration, and prayer throughout your workday.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.
• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
• Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic Distance University.
• Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!

WHAT TO DO NEXT:

If you’re ready to get started on Mother Angelica’s mission to bring the Gospel to the world, please email a cover letter, resume and your salary expectations to humanresources@ewtn.com. Thank you for considering EWTN and we look forward to hearing from you!