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Gray Media · 3 months ago

TECHNICAL MEDIA DIRECTOR - WMTV

positionMadison, Wisconsin, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date2+ years exp

Gray Media is a multimedia company known for owning local television stations and digital assets across the United States. They are seeking a Technical Media Director for WMTV, responsible for operating broadcast equipment, directing productions, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves collaborating with the news team and managing technical duties in a fast-paced environment.

BroadcastingCommunitiesDigital MediaJournalismLifestyleMedia and EntertainmentNewsPublishingSportsVideo

Responsibilities

Monitoring and quality control of all inbound and outbound / broadcast signals, as well as ensuring that all content airs as intended and is logged
Maintaining compliance with relevant FCC and other governmental agency regulations
Directing assigned live and prerecorded productions using Ross Overdrive production automation
Preparing the production rundowns for automation operation by coding the rundown in AP ENPS / Ross Overdrive plugin
Understanding of all relevant equipment in the studio, production, and technical core areas
Editing video for playback and working closely with the news team to ensure quality
Field directing Special projects including WMTV's "Share your Holidays", UW Madison's Homecoming Parade, and our "On the Road segment"

Qualification

Ross OverdriveAP ENPSBroadcast productionVideo editingTeam collaborationEffective communicationAdaptability

Required

2 years of previous broadcast or production experience with master control or production control is preferred, but we will train the right person
Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly and thoroughly
Proven track record of prioritizing complex tasks
Ability to communicate effectively – written and verbal
Strong commitment to working effectively with and both being trained by and training others in a team environment is a must
Positive attitude and ability to adapt to changes
Must be willing to work holidays and weekends if needed

Preferred

Ross Overdrive experience is a plus

Company

Gray Media

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Gray Media is a broadcast company that owns and operates television stations in 31 markets across the country.
dateFounded in 1897
location
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://graymedia.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.4B
2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2024-05-23Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B

Leadership Team

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Alan Gould
Vice President of Investor Relations
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James Finch
VP Of News Services

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