Master Control Operator

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.

Why this role matters:

The Associated Press is seeking a part-time Master Control Room Operator to join its Washington, DC broadcast operations team. This onsite roleis responsible forsupporting live news, videodistribution,and broadcast workflows in a fast-paced Master Control Room environment.

The successful candidate will help support AP's live operations across News, AP Direct, Live Choice and AP 360, ensuring video and audio signals aremonitored, routed,recordedand delivered reliably for internal teams and external customers.

As a Master Control Room Operator, you will play a key role inmaintainingthe quality and reliability of AP's live broadcast and distribution operations. You will work with internal departments, external clients, engineeringteamsand global transmission systems to support breaking news coverage and scheduled broadcast activity.

This isanindividually contributing role and will report directly toourVideo Operations Manager.

What you will do:

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  Monitor video and audio signals to ensure consistent quality and uninterrupted service

  
  

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  Route, switch and coordinate internal and external video sources throughout AP's Washington operationsand toexternal destinations

  
  

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  Record and play back video material using server-based systems in line withScheduALLbookings

  
  

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  Support live operations for News, AP Direct, Live Choice and AP 360

  
  

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  Work with file-based video workflows, videoserversand broadcast routing systems

  
  

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  Support national and international fiber,satelliteand IP-based transmission workflows

  
  

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  Assistwith satellite operations, including uplinks,downlinksand receiver management

  
  

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  Understand and follow AP's global distribution,backhauland backup procedures

  
  

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  Identifytechnical faults, escalate issues toengineeringand communicate service disruptions to affected teams

  
  

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  Provide professional, courteous support to internal departments and external clients

  
  

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  Maintain a clean,safeand organized Master Control Room environment

  
  

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  Follow AP health,safetyand fire policies, including mandatory training and updates

  
  

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  Perform other related duties as assigned by the line manager

  
  

Who you are:

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  At least two years of experience in a broadcast, master control,transmissionor similar technical operations environment

  
  

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  Working knowledge of video and audio signal monitoring,routingand distribution

  
  

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  Familiarity with file-based video workflows and server-based recording/playback

  
  

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  Understanding offiber,satelliteand IP networks used in broadcast operations

  
  

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  Knowledge of television principles, live productionworkflowsand broadcast standards

  
  

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  Strong IT literacy and confidence working with technical systems

  
  

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  Ability to work in a 24/7 operation, including weekends,holidaysand non-standard hours

  
  

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  Strong communicationand interpersonal skills

  
  

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  Attention to detail, technicalconfidenceand the ability to remain calm and organized under pressure

  
  

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  Proactive,reliableand willing to learn

  
  

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  A collaborative approach and commitment to supporting team operations.

  
  

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  Formal broadcast or technical qualifications are desirable but notrequired

  
  

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  Advanced-levelprofessional competency in written and spoken English isrequired

  
  

Location:

This positionwill require you to work in our Washington, D.C. bureau on an as needed basis.

Whyjoin us:

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  A mission-driven, inclusive environment focused on both individual and collective success.

  
  

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  Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals.

  
  

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  Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate yourproficiencyand contributions.

  
  

Salary & Benefits:

Theanticipatedhourlysalary range for this positionis$45-$55/hourbased on a candidate's skills,qualificationsand location.

Application deadline isJune 19, 2026, at 11:59p.m.ET.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.