TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (MCO 7 PROD) - WTAP

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 WTAP:

WTAP is THE most saturating media in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We may be among the smallest TV stations in America, but we are also one of the most dynamic. With state-of-the-art technology, a terrific on-air look, and a dynamic digital presence. You’ll be proud of the work you’ll do here. And you’ll grow quickly because there is so much opportunity! You’ll get to explore whatever you want to do in the communications field, whether it’s on-camera, behind-the-scenes, or in sales. WTAP is involved in the communities we cover. From covering high school sports to participating in local events to helping small businesses grow and thrive through commercials and mobile products, WTAP does it all. And we do it all – together. The Mid-Ohio Valley includes the communities of Parkersburg, WV, and Marietta, OH, and the 50-mile area surrounding them. It’s the kind of place where you can walk down the street and say “hi” to people, and they’ll say “hi” right back at you! It’s the kind of place where local newspeople become like family to the viewers and online readers

Job Summary/Description:

The Technical Media Producer (TMP) Directs Newscasts, Special Programs, Breaking News, Live Sports and Severe Weather, while also providing QC support to Network and Local programming. The TMP is responsible for directing live or pre-recorded productions using Ross Overdrive, w/ VizRt graphics, and robotic cameras. Monitor on-air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs, ingest daily programming and commercials, and monitor Nverzion programming playlist automation.
In addition to the attention to detail required by an MCO, this position also requires a close working relationship with news producers to create and execute dynamic, fast-paced newscasts. This position requires a positive team player with a passion for broadcast media.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
• A Technical Media Producer (TMP) is similar to combining a master control operator and a technical director into one position.
• Monitor all broadcast streams for WTAP, WIYE and WOVA
• Master Control Operation of live sporting events
• Technical Direct live newscasts including breaking news, weather, specials, and sports
• Daily work with ENPS newsroom computer system inserting commands for Overdrive newscast automation.
• Understanding of all equipment in studio and master control area
• Daily care and maintenance of equipment and studio
• Operate master control Nverzion Automation and Video Servers, including the ability to effectively perform commercial/program ingest & QC, insuring all syndicated programs and commercials are available for playback on playlist.
• Ability to operate between multiple control rooms with no change in overall performance, and proper effective communication within the Media Control team.
• Proficient with Windows (we will train for specialized software)
• May be assigned to work some live remote productions including but not limited to our annual telethon on a Sunday and High School Football games.
• Ability to adhere to all FCC procedures and requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Flexibility with scheduling and job assignments
• Computer experience and willingness to learn are a must.
• A successful applicant will be dependable, focused, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure with strict deadlines and have strong multitasking skills.
• Needs to work and communicate well with others, but also be a self-starter.
• Ability to adapt quickly to instant changes in newscast to modify pre-planned scripting of news automation (Overdrive).

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)

WTAP-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.