Live News Tech Producer: Automation & Broadcast Ops

Gray Local Media, Inc; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KSLA-TV/Gray Media in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Technical Media Producer to support automated live newscasts and commercial insertion systems. The role requires hands-on experience with live broadcasts and master control automation, with additional value for Spanish language skills.

The TMP will work with systems from AP ENPS, Ross Overdrive, Digital Broadcast, VizRT, and BitCentral, and coordinate with remote camera setups. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• The applicant should have live newscast experience as well as master control commercial automation experience.
• Great communication skills and problem-solving abilities under pressure. The ability to read/write/communicate in Spanish is a plus
• Experience in the use of vendor systems: AP ENPS, Ross Overdrive, Digital Broadcast, VizRT, BitCentral, and remote camera systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support for automated live newscasts and automated commercial insertion systems across four networks.
• Familiarity with Ross Overdrive newscast automation.
• Familiarity with Digital Broadcast automation systems.
• Support weekend work schedules and fill-in coverage as needed by TMP Supervisor.

Skills

Live newscast experience

Master control automation

Spanish language (plus)

Tools

AP ENPS

Ross Overdrive

Digital Broadcast

VizRT

BitCentral

Remote camera systems

Job description

KSLA-TV/Gray Media in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Technical Media Producer to support automated live newscasts and commercial insertion systems. The role requires hands-on experience with live broadcasts and master control automation, with additional value for Spanish language skills.

The TMP will work with systems from AP ENPS, Ross Overdrive, Digital Broadcast, VizRT, and BitCentral, and coordinate with remote camera setups. Weekend coverage may be required.