Master Control Engineer
Chicago Sun-Times · Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace)
Posted about a month ago · $61,500 - $64,500
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 32 days Chicago Sun-Times's roles stay open a median of 71 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 89% of Chicago Sun-Times's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Chicago Sun-Times
- high 6 stale, 0 reposted of 9 open
- Hiring momentum
- 10 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Chicago Sun-Times's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Chicago Sun-Times.
About this role
The Master Control Engineer (MCE) at Chicago Public Media will operate broadcast consoles, edit and upload programming into the digital audio library, and execute programming logs for various types of broadcasts. The role involves monitoring transmitter equipment for compliance with FCC guidelines and troubleshooting audio operations in both studio and remote settings, requiring interaction with the public and adaptability to a fast-paced environment.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Chicago Sun-Times as an employer.
What you need
- 3+ years’ experience in radio production, including live on air and live on location events or equivalent
- Experience using broadcast studio equipment, specifically mixing consoles, microphones, broadcast phone systems, IP codec equipment, digital audio workstations (Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, etc.) and broadcast library systems (Enco DAD, Audio Vault, etc.)
- Experience using Google Suite for on-going communications
- Demonstrated effectiveness in a collaborative, highly team-oriented environment
- Ability to work varied shifts (early mornings, afternoons and late evenings) in addition to scheduled weekend and holiday hours
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods, occasionally stand, talk, lift objects up to fifty (50) pounds, and hear
What you get
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Vacation and holidays
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Retirement savings
- Commuter benefits plan
Worth weighing
- Role involves extensive public contact and frequent interruptions
- Work is performed primarily in a standard broadcast studio or in the field on broadcast remotes
- No specific mention of opportunities for skill development or advancement
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Listed by Chicago Sun-Times on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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