Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Master Control Hub Manager

Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of management experience in a Master Control Hub environment
  • Strong knowledge of television master control operations and FCC regulations
  • Experience managing staff in a high-paced, 24/7 environment
  • Familiarity with Florical Automation systems and various encoding systems
  • Physical ability to lift up to 40lbs and perform equipment maintenance tasks

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and train Hub Operations and Engineering staff
  • Manage and oversee the Hub Operational Expense budget
  • Plan and execute yearly capital projects within budget
  • Create and maintain staff schedules, conducting performance evaluations
  • Oversee maintenance and installation of Hub equipment
  • Interface with vendors and suppliers for Hub operations
  • Communicate effectively with stations, Centralized Traffic, and other Hubs
  • Report issues affecting the Hub to the Director of Broadcast Hub Services

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative environment with direct supervision of staff
  • Engagement with key vendors and suppliers in the industry
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment
  • Flexibility in handling diverse operational challenges
Full Job Description
Master Control Hub Manager The Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operational excellence, and technical integrity of the Indianapolis Hub. This role provides direct oversight of Hub operations and engineering staff, ensures reliable 24/7 broadcast operations, manages budgets and capital projects, and serves as a key liaison between the Hub, supported stations, centralized traffic, vendors, and corporate leadership. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Provide direct supervision and training to Hub Operations and Engineering staff - Manage the Hub Operational Expense budget - Plan yearly capital projects and manage those projects within approved budget - Create and maintain staff schedules, conduct performance evaluations, coaching and counseling - Supervise the maintenance and installation of Hub equipment to include software upgrades as advised by IT - Interface with key Hub vendors and suppliers - Provide effective communication and coordination with stations served by Hub, Centralized Traffic and other Hubs to ensure all needs are met in a timely manner - Provide timely and effective communication to the Director, Broadcast Hub Services on all issues affecting the Hub and affiliated spoke stations - Other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills: - Minimum five years of management experience in a Master Control Hub environment - Extensive knowledge of television master control operations, FCC regulations related to master control operations and the ability to effectively manage people in a high paced, 24/7 operations - Working knowledge and experience with Florical Automations systems, Telestream Vantage, Harmonic Media Grid & Spectrum servers, Open Gear equipment, and various encoding systems - Must be able to lift 40lbs, bend, squat and kneel to install and maintain equipment - Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time while monitoring operations - #LI-Onsite

About Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 199 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 39% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCC’s UHF discount). Nexstar’s portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. Nexstar’s community portal websites offer additional hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content while creating new revenue opportunities. Nexstar also owns WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information please visit www.nexstar.tv.
Learn more about Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc
Size
11,160 employees
Market Cap
$6.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$811.4 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+33.3%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
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