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What is it like to work at Gray Television?

Gray Television is a company that values community involvement and local journalism, fostering a culture that prioritizes public service and storytelling.

As a leading media company, Gray Television operates a diverse portfolio of television stations across the United States, with a team structure that emphasizes collaboration and innovation in news gathering and content creation. The company's mission is to provide high-quality, locally focused news and entertainment programming to its audiences.

Working at Gray Television may appeal to candidates who are passionate about journalism, community engagement, and storytelling, as the company offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and fast-paced media environment.

What makes Gray Television an attractive place to work?

Gray Television is a leading media company that operates a diverse portfolio of television stations across the United States, providing high-quality local news and entertainment content to millions of viewers. The company's workplace culture values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, with a focus on fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for its employees. By joining Gray Television, professionals can pursue opportunities for growth, development, and impact in a rapidly evolving industry, with a wide range of roles and responsibilities available across its operations.

Do workers at Gray Television get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
63% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Does Gray Television pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
75% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

At Gray Television, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
93% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Gray Television affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
97% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Gray Television?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 43% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 19% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers at Gray Television worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
93% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Gray Television workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
37% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Gray Television workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
48% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Gray Television?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
82% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Gray Television managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
82% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Gray Television spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
22% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Gray Television?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
75% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Gray Television good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
44% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and November 2025.

Do people at Gray Television feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
70% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Gray Television get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
34% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Gray Television?

Most people feel stressed out here.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Gray Television enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
70% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Gray Television recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Gray Television?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Gray Television?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 55% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think Gray Television’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Gray Television is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
47% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.
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MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR (P/T) - WLIO

MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR (P/T) - WLIO

GRAY TELEVISION

Lima, OH • On-site

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

Gray Television rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 68 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 75 rated media

Job description

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 47 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 WLIO:

Hometown Stations in Lima, Ohio, is a locally focused broadcast and digital media organization dedicated to serving Allen County and the surrounding region with trusted news, weather, sports, and community storytelling. As part of Gray Media, we combine the reach and resources of a leading media company with the day-to-day impact of a hometown newsroom, covering what matters most to the people who live and work here and helping local businesses connect with their audiences across TV, web, and social platforms.

Job Summary/Description:

Operate and monitor broadcast automation/master control systems to ensure accurate, uninterrupted on-air playback for syndication and live programming, including newscasts. Execute scheduled programming, commercials, and promos while maintaining required operational/FCC logs. Troubleshoot on-air issues in real time and coordinate with engineering/production to resolve problems quickly.

A television Master Control Operator will be trained to operate various audio/video equipment, must be knowledgeable in using Windows-based computer operating systems, will be expected to follow logs, write detailed deviations, use our email system daily & work cooperatively with others. The operator is responsible for the transmission of television programming to the public.
You control what our viewers see!

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above 

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Master Control Operator experience a plus!
- High school diploma, Experience with Microsoft applications, U.S. citizen, reliable transportation, ability to pass a background check, ambition, and great attention to detail.
- On-the-job training provided to the right candidate.

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)

WLIO-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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