Technical Media Producer

Job Overview:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113

television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new

ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest

employees in the business.

ABOUT WLBT

WLBT-TV is the #1 rated local TV broadcast and digital media in Central Mississippi. We are the

dominant NBC Affiliate that consistently produces award-winning local news coverage. Jackson,

MS is market #92 with a 24-county DMA. Jackson, MS is Mississippi’s largest TV DMA, serving as

the state capital, with several local universities and home to the largest medical facilities in the

state, including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical School. Jackson is located within

a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville,

Dallas and Atlanta. If you love SEC sports, we have four schools (Ole Miss, Mississippi State,

Alabama and LSU) less than three hours away. And Saints, Pelicans and Grizzlies fans are an easy

three-hour drive from NOLA and Memphis. The Jackson metro is the economic hub of Mississippi

and a great place to work, live and raise a family.

JOB SUMMARY

WLBT has an immediate, full-time opening for a Technical Media Producer / Newscast Director.

Technical Media Producers work in WLBT's state-of-the-art media control center and are

responsible for directing both live and pre-recorded productions, as well as processing content

for two television stations and wlbt.com. This is an opportunity to build your career in the

constantly evolving television industry while refining your own skills with cutting edge

technology. This is a career opportunity to join the award-winning team behind the number one

news station in Central/Southwest Mississippi.

Work alongside news producers and others on our news team to create, code, and direct

dynamic, fast-paced, top-rated newscasts and programming. Monitor on-air signals for WLBT,

ingest daily programming and commercials, and operate the Master Control automation system.

Be responsible for regular care and maintenance of equipment and studio, including lighting,

cameras, and sets.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the

information listed above

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• The successful candidate will be creative, extremely detail-oriented and have very strong

problem-solving, multi-tasking, and communication skills

• Positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high stress environment

under deadline pressure

• Able to work well with a team and equally comfortable working individually

• Flexible to work mornings, nights, weekends, out-of-town assignments, and changing

schedules

• Able to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Able to climb and work on ladders and

comfortably lift 30 pounds or more

• Computer literacy is a must

• Strong grasp of visual design, grammar, and spelling

• While previous television experience is preferred, it is not required

• Experience with HD video production, Ross Overdrive, VizRT Graphics, DBi Master Control

Automation, ENPS, and non-linear editing systems is a plus

Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and attach resume.

Additional Info

Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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 Gray’s

employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Vacancy Type:

Full Time

Date Posted:

4/16/2024

Closing Date:

7/31/2024

City:

Jackson – 39201

State:

Mississippi