Part-Time Technical Media Producer

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About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

Job Summary/Description

Responsible for master control operation, transmitter remote control, video control, and satellite reception control. Monitor all on-air content. Responsible for teleprompting newscasts, checking studio lights, coding newscasts for Overdrive, operating Cambotics, Logitech, and having a basic knowledge of video switchers is a must.

Duties/Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

Operate the master control automation.

Oversee changing batteries in the wireless mics, IFBs and setting up anchor/reporter positions.

Code Scripts through ENPS

Anticipate/prepare for breaking news.

Monitor multiple program streams to ensure correct programming and commercial run times, record any discrepancies

Prepare the electronic playlist that facilitates program streams

Ingest commercials, programming, and other material into automation system for broadcast - input and trim spots

Operate Ross Cambotics.

Operate Ross Overdrive and must have a basic knowledge of video switchers.

Operate Logitech audio

Help change studio lights and operate a light board . . . setup studio for broadcast.

Operate Prompter for newscast

Tune in to live shots for news

Coordinate satellite feeds

React quickly and appropriately to any issues with equipment and breaking news

Communicate any issues in detail, and communicate with producers before the live newscast on unusual changes.

Interact with other departments to obtain missing broadcast material, clarify instructions, and/or resolve technical issues

Work weekend and weekday shifts

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

Basic knowledge of TV video production

Video tape experience - must be familiar with multiple tape and tapeless formats

General knowledge of TV broadcasting

Working knowledge of Crispin Video Server

Working knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Cambotics

Basic knowledge of ENPS

Ability to follow written and verbal directions, able to communicate clearly

Must be able to operate analog and digital broadcast equipment, software, broadcast video tape recorders, video servers, audio/video routers, audio and video control consoles, satellite receivers, and television transmitters

Proficient use of computers, including Microsoft Office and Google

Basic knowledge of the station's programming schedule

Ability to stay focused while monitoring signal quality and programming accuracy

Must be able to handle high-stress situations and pressure deadlines

Able to react quickly to changing circumstances while remaining calm

Attention to detail is required

Must have good problem-solving skills

Leadership skills needed

Ability to work independently with little supervision, and initiative to address issues immediately

Able to work well with others in the department as well as other departments

Must be flexible to work any shift, including weekends, overnights, a d holidays

Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment

A High School diploma or GED is required

SBE certification is a plus

*If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to* *https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on **"apply now"**, upload your resume, cover letter, and references*

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the***Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal****)*

*KYTV/KSPR-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company*

Additional Info

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

*Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.*