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Student Master Control Operator - WGCU Public Media

Florida Gulf Coast University
Main Campus, United States, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jan 2026

About the role

Job Summary

The Student Master Control Operator monitors and operates WGCU TV/DT/FM Television and Radio Transmitter(s) within WGCU engineering and FCC guidelines. Switches on-air TV programs. Records and or/dubs programs either taped or from satellite. Maintains proper records and official transmitter/ program logs.

Job Description

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Communicates and works closely with Traffic, engineering, programming and production department personnel.
  • Monitors and adjusts, if necessary, the television and radio transmitter within WGCU-TV Engineering and FCC guidelines. Records and maintains to official Transmitter Log.
  • Contacts and/or dispatches Maintenance Engineers, if necessary, when technical problems exist.

Other Duties:

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have a minimum GPA 2.5 and be in good conduct standing with the University.
  • Must be self-motivated, confident, and willing to learn.
  • Must be committed, reliable, and punctual.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

All employees are expected to:

  • Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
  • Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
  • Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
  • Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
  • Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
  • Ability to demonstrate professionalism and effective interpersonal skills in a variety of workplace interactions.
  • Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
  • Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Florida Gulf Coast University

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