What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Control Operator position at AppleOne Employment Services?
We’re seeking a highly detail-oriented Master Control Support Operator to support our on-air operations team during a major systems migration in 2026. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role ensuring high-quality broadcast operations across more than 150 channel streams.
What You’ll Do
- Assist the on-air operations team during a major system migration, including:
- Programming quality control
- Commercial rehearsals & event prep
- Shadowing and monitoring on-air programming
- Providing break coverage and operational support
- Maintain and adjust automation playlists; execute changes for programming, commercials, and marketing content.
- Ensure accurate execution of commercial breaks for live and taped broadcasts.
- Support live-event and contingency workflows using automation tools such as SNELL Morpheus and Amagi.
- Monitor 150 channel streams, identifying and addressing inconsistencies quickly.
- Verify readiness of all media assets for on-air playout.
- Act as the final checkpoint for audio, video, captioning, and picture quality.
- Collaborate with Operations Supervisors to resolve any on-air discrepancies.
- Communicate with production teams to implement playlist and automation changes.
- Complete additional tasks necessary to support Network Operations Center success.
What You’ll Bring
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma relevant certification or Associate’s degree in Media/Communications, or equivalent experience in broadcast, digital media, or post-production.
- Understanding of TV production, broadcast operations, or technical production environments.
- Must be able to work onsite in Centennial, CO.
- Ability to work any shift (overnights, weekends, holidays) in a 24/7/365 environment.
- Comfortable viewing all types of programming, including mature or repetitive content.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in master control or a production control room.
- Ability to stay calm and make quick, sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and consistency-checking skills.
- Adaptability to new workflows, evolving software, and fast-changing operations.
- Excellent multitasking, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, punctual, disciplined, and proactive work style.
- Spanish proficiency is a plus.
If this sounds like you, apply today!!