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TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (ASSO) - WTOK

The Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering, Atlanta, GA, United States


Job Summary/Description Directing a newscast at WTOK requires the same skills as a gamer. We need tech‑minded people to work as a technical media producer at the number one TV station in Meridian, Mississippi. We call the job “TMP.” It involves tracing, directing live or pre‑recorded productions as assigned, monitoring WTOK's on‑air signals, transmitter, and FCC logs, and ingesting daily programming and commercials. Regular assignments will include desktop video editing, directing specific newscasts, miscellaneous station productions, and various elements for digital platforms. Duties / Responsibilities Direct live and pre‑recorded productions as assigned and monitor all on‑air streams for WTOK. Learn Ross Overdrive automation, production video switcher, master control video switcher, Chyron or VizRT graphics system, Adobe Photoshop and all supporting equipment in Production/Master Control; perform robotic camera operation, prompter operation, audio operation, commercial/promo ingesting, satellite/ENG/bonded cellular operation, program ingesting/segmenting, desktop editing and maintain web production knowledge. Maintain care of equipment. Work variable shift schedule due to changing shifts, turnover, station projects, etc. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements Work shifts of at least 8 hours, occasionally longer, 5 days per week, sitting or standing for long periods. Carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. Use a computer for email, reports, automation, and video editing. Endure exposure to high noise and unusual light levels. EEO Statement Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities 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. Safety Statement WTOK-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. #J-18808-Ljbffr