Virtual Video Production Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: NEWSC016614

• Posted : August 10, 2026
• Full-Time

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Memphis, TN 38104, USA

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.

About WMC-TV:

WMC-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 5, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The station is owned by Gray Media. The station serves roughly the western third of Tennessee, northern Mississippi, eastern Arkansas, and the southeastern corner of Missouri over the air, on satellite, and on various cable systems.

Job Summary/Description:

WMC-TV is hiring a Director/Technical Media Producer in Memphis, TN. This hybrid role combines live newscast directing with automation and traditional master control responsibilities, including monitoring broadcast signals, commercial playout, and FCC compliance. We’re looking for a reliable, self‑motivated team player—whether you’re experienced in TV production or eager to just get your foot in the door.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Direct live and pre-recorded newscasts/productions as assigned; monitor all WMC on-air streams
• Operate production and master control switchers, automation, graphics, audio, prompter, and PTZ cameras
• Use tools such as Ross OverDrive, VizRT, Digital Broadcast, and related production/master control equipment
• Perform ingest and playback functions, including commercial/promo ingest, program ingest/segmenting, and basic desktop editing
• Coordinate and execute satellite/ENG/bonded cellular live shots and feeds
• Maintain awareness of web/digital production workflows and support as needed
• Maintain and understand FCC program/transmitter logs; comply with all FCC broadcast regulations
• Work within the newsroom computer system (NRCS); WMC currently uses ENPS
• Demonstrate working knowledge of all studio, control room, and production-area equipment

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Film, Mass Communication, or related field preferred
• 2 years of experience in journalism, production, media, or related fields
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize complex tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively - written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills

WMC-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.

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