Technical Media Producer

Job Description

Technical Media Producer - WSAZ

About WSAZ:

WSAZ covers a wide, diverse area comprised of three states. Many small towns sit along the Ohio River and smaller rivers and streams that run through rolling hills. Our viewers and customers are extremely friendly and down-to-earth. Although we're not a major metropolitan region, the WSAZ market enjoys relatively close proximity to many large eastern cities, and is easily accessible by interstate, air, rail and river. We enjoy all four seasons, and the activities that come with each. Nature is always a short distance away, with many surrounding state parks and lakes for recreation. Within the larger towns and cities, there is a vibrant night life with many outstanding restaurants and local festivals throughout the year.

Job Summary/Description:

WSAZ, the dominant #1 station in Charleston-Huntington, WV, is looking for a Technical Media Producer who can direct our newscasts giving us a strong product and manage our on-air elements in our Media Control Center. We want someone who can thrive in a fast-paced, highly competitive work environment. This person must be excellent in problem solving, possess strong leadership and organizational skills and be able to perform well under pressure. The ideal candidate must be a team player that can learn at a fast pace and communicate well with co-workers. The candidate will also be required to edit daily topical promos for programming. Proficiency with Microsoft Windows preferred.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
* Direct newscast following WSAZ guidelines
* Work with news producers to determine best use of graphics and coordination of live shots that will complement the stories included in each newscast
* Maintain a positive work environment through active team participation
* Develop good judgment and decision making skills by consistent training and skill development
* Maintain ability to listen to requests and ideas, determine needs and develop realistic plans
* Must meet deadlines
* Required to participate in future planning
* Direct live and pre-recorded productions as assigned and monitor all on-air streams for WSAZ/MyZ/CW
* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
* Must possess strong communications skills, both verbal and written
* Skill with Ross Overdrive automation, production video switcher, master control video switcher, Harris automation and support equipment in Production/Master Control is preferred or similar automation is required
* Broadcast MCR and Directing experience is required (Two years experience preferred)
* Must be able to work flexible days and hours, including holidays
* Ability to handle moderate to high stress and deadline pressure

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gq8pe9-18-218-38-125-42 in your application.