Technical Media Prod./ Newscast Director

Job Description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media 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 WAVE:

WAVE is the first television station to sign on in Kentucky and Southern Indiana and has a rich history of being the area's most trusted source for local news, weather, and sports. WAVE is the official television station for the Kentucky Derby and is known across the country for its award-winning journalism and breakthrough investigations. As part of the Gray Media family, WAVE is on the leading edge of innovation, constantly investing in the tools and technology to best serve our audiences on all screens with original and local multi-platform content. WAVE is in the heart of downtown Louisville, where technology, filmmaking, tourism, sports, education, health, and music make Louisville one of the most industry-diverse metro areas in the nation.

Job Summary/Description:

WAVE News in Louisville, Kentucky is looking for a talented and energetic Technical Media Producer to join our team. Technical Media Producers is a hybrid role combining live newscast directing with automation and traditional master control duties which include monitoring WAVE's broadcast signals, commercial playout, and FCC compliance.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Directing live or pre-recorded productions using Ross Overdrive
- Monitoring on-air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs
- Ingesting daily programming and commercials
- Monitoring programming playlist automation
- Newscast editing using Edius

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience with ENPS, Edius, Crispin, and Ross Overdrive is preferred
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Work well with others as part of a team or alone

If you feel you're 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)

WAVE-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g64k90-3-142-119-8-42 in your application.