Technical Media Prod.

Job Description

Technical Media Prod. - WVUE

TECHNICAL MEDIA PROD. (PRIMARY) - WVUE

About WVUE:

WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them delivering all the news, information and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.

Job Summary/Description:

WVUE is seeking a Technical Media Producer to join our dynamic team. The TMP will code and operate Ross Overdrive and related equipment for newscasts. They will also perform Master Control duties including monitoring on-air channels and ingest programming and commercials.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Code live and pre-recorded content for WVUE and operate Ross Overdrive and related equipment.
• Work with other departments including WVUE's newsroom to coordinate and produce top-rated television and digital programs.
• Monitor on-air signals for WVUE, ingest daily programming and commercials.
• Operate Ross Overdrive automation (including Panasonic robotic cameras, Ross Carbonite Ultra switcher and Calrec audio console), VizRT graphics, and supporting equipment in WVUE control center.
• Regular care and maintenance of studio equipment.
• Work closely with other departments to meet daily demands as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned
*** WVUE is a 24 hour operation. This position requires schedule flexibility to work all shifts including weekends and holidays. ***

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Team player with professional attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask under time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong technical and computing skills.
• Previous newscast directing and master control experience is preferred.
• Experience with Ross Overdrive and/or VizRT is a definite plus.

Qualified, interested applicants may 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

As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5wo00-18-216-123-120-42 in your application.