Edward Wittbrodt
Green Bay,WI
Summary
Knowledgeable Media Prep Technician with strong background in managing broadcast operations and ensuring seamless on-air transitions. Proven track record of maintaining high standards in signal quality and resolving technical issues promptly. Demonstrated proficiency in time management and problem-solving skills.
Broadcasting professional with commitment to operational excellence and precision. Extensive experience ensuring signal integrity and seamless transitions in fast-paced environment. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering consistent results. Possesses technical acumen and attention to detail that are highly valued by employers.
Outstanding Master Control Operator maintaining compliance with industry regulations and company standards. Committed employee knowledgeable in computer-based switching and monitoring transmitter logs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Control Operator
Sinclair Broadcast Group
02.2014 - Current
- Streamlined communication between departments, facilitating smooth daily operations in the master control room.
- Provided excellent customer service to internal and external clients through effective communication, timely issue resolution, and a proactive approach to problemsolving.
- Ran commercials during newscasts, sports programs and network shows.
- Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
Master Control Operator
Journal Media Group
03.2005 - 02.2014
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to upholding all company policies, procedures, and values while performing daily tasks related to the role of Master Control Operator within the framework established by station management during regular meetings held periodically throughout each fiscal quarter period.
- Reduced technical errors during live broadcasts by following strict quality control standards and guidelines set forth by the station management team.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow operators to ensure a cohesive working environment within the master control room at all times.
- Efficiently managed commercial breaks for revenue generation while maintaining optimal content flow for viewers'' enjoyment.
- Ensured seamless program transitions by executing proper on-air switching techniques.
- Successfully executed ad-hoc programming changes as needed to accommodate special events or breaking news stories without causing disruptions to regular schedules or viewer experiences.
- Supported live event broadcasts by carefully managing signal feeds and ensuring minimal downtime during transmission breaks.
- Maintained accurate programming logs for FCC compliance and record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized state-of-the-art automation systems to maximize efficiency in playback scheduling and content management processes within the master control room setting.
- Kept signal strong, clear, and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
- Ran commercials during newscasts, sports programs and network shows.
News Reporter
Morgan Murphy Media
09.1996 - 12.2004
- Uploaded breaking news and updates to organization's social media and website accounts.
- Enhanced live news coverage by providing real-time updates and analysis during significant events.
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for television or radio broadcast.
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
- Established credibility as a news reporter by cultivating strong relationships with sources and maintaining ethical journalism standards.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with individuals in public relations field through exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Provided field reporting during major events to gather and share reactions from individuals directly impacted.
- Received news tips and delivered breaking stories live on air to keep local audiences informed of significant events.
- Conducted live and taped interviews to obtain information.
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Identified and secured multiple information sources for each story to provide accurate, credible news coverage.
- Introduced content regarding local news, sports, and weather in accordance with program outline.
Education
Diploma - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Brown Institute
Minneapolis, MN08-1985
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI05-1983
Skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Satellite communications
- Quality control
- Video editing
- On air signal quality
- Transmitter monitoring
- Broadcast monitoring
- Broadcast automation
- Live event switching
- Satellite receiver operations
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Master Control Operator
Sinclair Broadcast Group
02.2014 - Current
Master Control Operator
Journal Media Group
03.2005 - 02.2014
News Reporter
Morgan Murphy Media
09.1996 - 12.2004
Diploma - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Brown Institute
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
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