Live News Director & Master Control Operator

GRAY MEDIA; Carterville (IL); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media is seeking a TMP operator to direct our daily newscast for KFVS/WSIL using the Ross Overdrive system and to run commercial breaks during regular programming. This fast-paced role requires attentiveness to on-air signals and coordination with the news team.

The ideal candidate will monitor all broadcast streams, direct live newscasts, and possess or quickly learn mastery of studio and master control equipment. Flexibility with scheduling is essential for shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in newscast directing is a plus.
• Experience with master control equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to learn new hardware and software.
• Flexibility with scheduling and job assignments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all broadcast streams.
• Direct live newscasts.
• Understand equipment in the studio and master control area.
• Run commercial breaks.

Skills

Newscast directing

Scheduling flexibility

Willingness to learn hardware/software

Adaptability to live programming

Tools

Ross Overdrive system

Job description

Gray Media is seeking a TMP operator to direct our daily newscast for KFVS/WSIL using the Ross Overdrive system and to run commercial breaks during regular programming. This fast-paced role requires attentiveness to on-air signals and coordination with the news team.

The ideal candidate will monitor all broadcast streams, direct live newscasts, and possess or quickly learn mastery of studio and master control equipment. Flexibility with scheduling is essential for shift coverage.