Technical Media Prod.

Job Description

TECHNICAL MEDIA PROD. (PRIMARY) - KLTV

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 KLTV:

KLTV is the dominant station in the Tyler/Longview, TX area of East Texas. We are an ABC affiliate and have been #1 by every ratings measure, uninterrupted in every newscast for 25+ years. We also have a very powerful, dominant digital presence in the market. We are a leader in the industry in digital innovation and digital products--operating and populating eleven different apps and producing a nationally recognized, innovative, 18-hour-a-day live streaming news service from our newsroom on OTT, desktop, and on our mobile apps. This service operates 7 days a week!

Modern facility. Top-notch equipment. Experienced News Managers. Positive, encouraging workplace with an emphasis on teaching job skills and journalism. Dominant station is preparing for the future in a very powerful company in this industry. We believe we are among the best TV stations in the country.

Job Summary/Description:

KLTV has an immediate opening for a Technical Media Producer (TMP). This position includes both Newscast Directing and Master Control duties. This position has the general responsibility for directing live or pre-recorded productions as assigned, monitoring KLTV's and KTRE's on-air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs as well as ingesting daily programming and commercials. Regular assignments will involve directing specific newscasts, miscellaneous station productions, various elements for digital outlets, and designing graphics for newscasts.
Applicants should have operating knowledge of PCs and should possess excellent communication and organization skills. This is a perfect opportunity for someone looking to enter the industry of broadcast production.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-TMPs routinely direct newscasts and operate equipment in both News Production and Master Control where switching systems are preprogrammed and highly automated. When not directing and preparing for newscasts, they also monitor, maintain, and operate master control automation equipment including preparing/ingesting program material. Maintain and confirm FCC compliance during scheduled shifts. This includes the master control responsibilities associated with both KLTV and KTRE as well as all digital signals.
Other Duties:
- Operate automation system and video switcher
- MCR operation and automation
- Build VizRT graphics
- Operate equipment supporting production/master control
- Effectively perform operations with the robotic camera, prompter, audio, and working knowledge of in-house web production.
- Edius editing
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the team
- Adapt to breaking news and developing stories
- Assist in maintaining a clean studio and production area
- Variable work schedule due to station needs
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Applicants should have an operating knowledge of PCs.
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop is a plus.
Should possess excellent communication and organizational skills.
A valid driver's license is required as well as a good driving record.
Newscast directing experience is a plus.
Master Control Operator experience is a plus.

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)

KLTV-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-r765kq-35-215-180-183-42 in your application.