
TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (MCO OP & PROD.) - WOIO/WUAB
Gray Television, Inc., Cleveland, OH, United States
TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (MCO OP & PROD.) - WOIO/WUAB
Job Category: Engineer
Requisition Number: TECHN015426
Posted: March 3, 2026
Full-Time
Locations
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Cleveland, OH 44114, USA
Description
About Gray Media:
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 45 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.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Comprehensive Medical (Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring
$43,000 - $50,000/yr.
Shift and Schedule:
Fri. - Mon. (or at Manager's Discretion)
Job Type:
Full-Time
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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/ Chyron graphics, and Bitcentral playout. Monitor on‑air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs, ingest daily programming and commercials, and monitor Crispin 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:
Master Control Operation of live sporting events
Operate Ross Overdrive & Ross Acuity Switcher, Chyron graphics, and Bitcentral playout
Technical Director live newscasts including breaking news, weather, specials, and sports
Daily work with the ENPS newsroom computer system
Understanding of all equipment in the studio and master control area
Daily care and maintenance of equipment and studio
Operate master control Crispin Automation with a Harmonic Video Server, including the ability to effectively perform the following: commercial/program ingest & QC, Satellite operations, and controlling the automation system
Ability to operate between multiple control rooms with no change in overall performance, and proper, effective communication within the TMP team.
All Master Control needs, including media management, automation playout, and quality control.
Proficient operation and knowledge of Master Control operation and supporting equipment
Proper and effective communication with Newsroom personnel, with the ability to handle changing situations.
Ability to adhere to all FCC procedures and requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
Experience with Ross Overdrive, Chyron, Bitcentral, Crispin automation, and ENPS
Master Control experience with Crispin or any automation preferred
Flexibility with scheduling and job assignments
Computer experience and willingness to learn are a must.
Experience in master control and or newscast directing is preferred.
A successful applicant will be dependable, focused, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure with strict deadlines and have strong multi-tasking skills.
Needs to work and communicate well with others, but also be a self-starter.
Ability to adapt to quick and 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.
WOIO/WUAB-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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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