Richard Savage
PLAINVILLE,CT
Summary
Dynamic broadcast professional with extensive experience at Disney/ESPN, excelling in live event coordination and broadcast monitoring. Proven track record in quality control and troubleshooting, ensuring seamless transmission and high-quality outputs. Adept at training operators, ADing live events, and supporting the operation.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Master Control Operator
Disney / ESPN
01.2007 - 10.2025
- Operated and monitored broadcast equipment to ensure seamless transmission of live programming.
- Coordinated scheduling and playback of content across multiple channels for optimal viewer experience.
- Collaborated with production teams to maintain quality control standards in on-air content delivery.
- Trained junior operators on system operations and emergency protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
Master Control Operator / Graphics Operator
WDIV-TV
1998 - 2007
- Operated master control systems to ensure seamless broadcast operations and high-quality transmission.
- Acquired satellite feeds and recorded shows, commercials and other content.
- Operated graphics equipment to produce high-quality visual outputs for live news and events.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure seamless integration of graphics into broadcasts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast & Cinematic Arts
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Written and verbal communication
- Quality control
- Network operations
- Broadcast monitoring
- Live event coordination
Timeline
Senior Master Control Operator
Disney / ESPN
01.2007 - 10.2025
Master Control Operator / Graphics Operator
WDIV-TV
1998 - 2007
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast & Cinematic Arts
Central Michigan University