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Master Control Operator

CompanyWeigel Broadcasting Co
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 28, 2026
About The Company
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. The company’s history goes back more than five decades. Always an entrepreneurial company finding innovative ways to serve its markets, Weigel began with a single television station — WCIU-TV. Today, Weigel is a multi-platform media company with broadcast and network operations; a popular radio station playing timeless and memorable music; and proprietary technology for news applications. The industry continues to evolve and Weigel has changed dramatically along with it. What remains unchanged is Weigel’s dedication to serving our audiences and clients with compelling programming, products and innovation.
About the Role

Description

  

About Us:

Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Story Television Network and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network, plus the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, and the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, MeTV, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in more than 30 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.


Master Control Operator:

Weigel Broadcasting Co in Chicago, Illinois is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Master Control Operator to join the Master Control Team.


What You’ll Do 

· Set up, operate, and control television broadcast equipment 

· Monitor television broadcast equipment to transmit television programs and commercials to viewing audience

· Conduct on-air switching, dubbing, and transferring programs

· Manage and gather satellite feeds for broadcast use

· Support the production of newscasts and other live or taped programming for television and multi-platform use

· Perform additional duties as assigned


What You’ve Done 

· Minimum two years of experience in broadcast or video production

· Proficient in computer applications, including word processing and database software

· Hands-on experience with television equipment operation, automation systems, and tape and disk-based video servers

· Working knowledge of satellite controllers, video waveform monitors, vectorscopes, master control switching and routing systems

· Proven ability to perform accurately and efficiently under pressure of television operations control

· Developed and displayed responsible work habits with minimal supervision

· Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays


If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume and cover letter.


What We Offer:

· Location: One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row, & convenient access to highways and public transportation

· Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance

· Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match

· Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays

· Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave 

· Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave

· Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access


Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20-$23 an hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Key Skills
Television Broadcast Equipment OperationBroadcast MonitoringOn-Air SwitchingProgram Dubbing and TransferSatellite Feed ManagementLive Programming SupportVideo ProductionBroadcast Automation SystemsVideo ServersSatellite ControllersVideo Waveform MonitorsVectorscopesMaster Control Switching and RoutingComputer ApplicationsAccuracy Under PressureIndependent Work
Categories
Creative & MediaTechnology
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceHealth Savings Account401(k) With Company MatchPaid VacationPaid Personal LeavePaid Sick LeavePaid HolidaysPaid Qualified FMLA LeavePaid Parental LeaveTax-Free Transit BenefitsDiscounted Parking
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and monitor broadcast equipment; switch, dub, and transfer programs; and gather satellite feeds for broadcast. Support newscasts and other live or recorded programming for television and multi-platform use.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$20 - $23
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
374
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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