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, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WCTV:
WCTV is the dominant #1 CBS Affiliate in Tallahassee. This is an opportunity to continue your career in a well-established newsroom, working side-by-side with award-winning journalists. We believe in big, showcased coverage on our broadcast and digital platforms, and so should you.
Every day, our journalists strive to produce memorable moments, with targeted content featuring unforgettable characters and unprecedented access. Give our live stream a watch before you apply; you'll see what we mean. If you have what it takes, you'll be working with industry veterans with valuable market experience.
Tallahassee is a vibrant city, and some of the most desirable beaches are just about an hour away. Here, you’ll travel up and down hilly canopy roads, lined with Live Oaks and Spanish moss. Tallahassee is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and biking trails. Beautiful beaches are a little more than an hour away.
Job Summary/Description:
WCTV is searching for a Senior Producer to lead our dayside producing team. You'll know the mechanics of producing compelling, happening-now newscasts. The right candidate will work side-by-side with veteran journalists. S/he will be responsible for producing our most-watched evening newscast.
As a newsroom, we break news on our website, push it on social, and add emotion and perspective on television. As a Senior Producer, you'll be rolling up your sleeves to help us achieve success.
This is more than show-stacking. To qualify, you must demonstrate that you know the basics of producing. You'll also need to understand writing for the ear versus the eye, and how to write for your video. You must know how to select stories, stack a rundown, and time in the booth.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Works alongside News Managers, Anchors, and Reporters to create and execute newscasts
• Selects, showcases, and writes local, regional, national, and international content for presentation.
• Makes graphics and lower thirds for all stories, and edits video.
• Collaborates with anchors on breaking news, trending, and feature stories.
• Writes copy for web and edits video for playback
Qualifications/Requirements:
• 1-2 years of producing experience in a commercial newsroom required
• Demonstrated ability to write for both the ear and the eye
• Understanding of contemporary showcasing techniques, including maps, lower thirds, and text over video
• Knowledge of video editing and scripting software
• Working knowledge of web and social platforms
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)
WCTV-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 in every location in which 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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of producing experience in a commercial newsroom
- Demonstrated ability to write for both the ear and the eye
- Understanding of contemporary showcasing techniques, including maps, lower thirds, and text over video
- Knowledge of video editing and scripting software
- Working knowledge of web and social platforms
What We Do
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray’s 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. Gray owns a majority interest in Swirl Films. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.
