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About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$18.00 - $18.50/hr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (or as needs dictate)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

Are you a tech-savvy multi-tasker who thrives in the high-stakes environment of a live control room? Do you love the rush of a perfectly executed newscast and the satisfaction of keeping a station running flawlessly? We’re looking for a Technical Media Producer (TMP) who isn't just a button-pusher, but a digital-first director ready to own the airwaves. If you’re reliable, sharp, an early riser, and ready to be the heartbeat of our station’s production, we want to talk with you.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What You'll Do:
* Direct live productions: Take the lead on newscasts and local productions, ensuring every transition is seamless and every shot is on point.
* Own the airwaves: Monitor on-air signals and transmitter logs with precision, keeping us compliant and crystal clear for our audience.
* Drive digital content: Ingest daily programming and commercials while crafting elements for our web channels to keep our digital audience engaged.
* Master live events: Run local commercial breaks for live sporting events - because when the game is on the line, our execution has to be perfect.
* Collaborate across teams: Work closely with news and production crews to bring our stories to life across every platform we own.
* Maintain the standard: Ensure all FCC logs and station requirements are met with a "zero-fail" mindset.
* Our systems: Ross Overdrive automation, Ross production video switcher, MCR/Harris automation, Platinum House routing system, VizRT graphics, Adobe Photoshop, ENPS, Edius editing software.

Qualifications/Requirements:

What You Bring:
* A "show must go on" attitude: You’re reliable, punctual, and have the transportation to get here regardless of what the weather is doing outside.
* Technical agility: You’re comfortable with control room tech and can pivot quickly when live TV throws a curveball.
* Digital-first mindset: You understand that our "on-air" presence extends far beyond the TV screen to the web and mobile.
* Unshakable focus: You thrive under the pressure of live broadcasts and never miss a cue.
* Team-player DNA: You’re a hard worker who lifts the people around you and takes pride in the team’s success.
* Flexibility: You’re ready to own the early morning or late-night shifts and bring your A-game every single day.

Why You'll Love It Here:
* Be the engine: You aren't just watching the news; you’re the one making it happen for your community.
* Cutting-edge tech: Work with modern production tools in a digital-first media environment.
* Growth opportunities: WHSV and our parent company, Gray Media, are a place where hard work is noticed, and career paths are built.
* A culture of excellence: Join a team that values urgency, accuracy, and having a little fun while we do it.

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)

WHSV-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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.