Technical Media Producer

Job Description

TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (PRIMARY) - WWNY

Job Summary/Description:

WWNY/WNYF/MeTV has an opening for a Technical Media Producer. Expected to maintain and ensure the broadcast quality of on-air product. Perform the assigned duties/tasks in a live control-room environment which broadcasts 3 local television affiliates. Direct live or pre-recorded productions as assigned.

Performs live control-room duties in a fast paced environment, including managing commercial playlists, executing program commercial/promotional changes, logging discrepancies and upholding broadcast standards and FCC regulations. Strong attention to detail, multitasking and time management skills are necessary. Direct live and prerecorded productions as assigned for 7News programming. Daily work with the following platforms: Ross Overdrive automation, Ross production video switcher (Acuity), ENPS, Xpression Graphics, Adobe Suite, supporting equipment in Production/Master Control - including the ability to effectively perform operations with robotic camera operation, prompter operation, audio operation and a working knowledge of non-linear editing.

Must work well unsupervised and within a team environment. Must possess troubleshooting, analytical skills and work well under pressure. Must be willing to work a varied schedule to support a broadcast environment which includes nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. Candidate should to be technically inclined with sharp computer skills. Training provided. Broadcast experience preferred, but not required.

The primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Great communication and people skills.
• Operating knowledge of PCs (graphics and automation computers).
• Must be a team player, self-motivated, focused, well organized and solution oriented.
• Must possess strong creative, organizational and time management skills.

Expertise/Training/Educational Qualifications:
• Must be able to retain and practice FCC Rules, Regulations and Standards
• Valid NYS Driver's License
• Strong computer skills
• Strong math/timing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Must possess strong attention to detail skills

Physical Requirements:
• Careful concentration
• Regular use of computer workstation/keyboard
• Occasional lifting of 20-40lb equipment (but not limited to) file boxes, camera bag, tapes, lighting equipment or supplies
• Ability to climb a 15-foot ladder
• Ability to clean off dishes in parking lot and facility roof in inclement weather using a 10lb extended pole roof rake or brush
• Good hearing and vision necessary

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 job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now''

As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6nmbj-18-191-181-231-42 in your application.