Live TV Production Specialist

GRAY MEDIA; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media's WIBW-TV in Topeka, Kansas is seeking an experienced live production supervisor to direct broadcasts, manage master control operations, and ensure end-to-end on-air quality across all feeds, including sports, news, and specials.

The candidate will work with Ross production switchers, Harris automation, VizRT, and Photoshop, require excellent communication, and must understand FCC regulations, with flexible schedules and potential out-of-town assignments.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Newscast directing or Master Control experience.
• PCs and graphics computers operating knowledge.
• Understanding of FCC broadcast regulations.
• Pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and pre-recorded productions as assigned and monitor all on-air streams.
• Operate Ross production video switcher, master control video switcher, Harris automation, VizRT graphics, Adobe Photoshop, and related equipment in Production/Master Control.

Skills

Communication skills

Newscast directing

Master Control experience

FCC regulations knowledge

Tools

Ross production switcher

Master control switcher

Harris automation

VizRT graphics

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Gray Media's WIBW-TV in Topeka, Kansas is seeking an experienced live production supervisor to direct broadcasts, manage master control operations, and ensure end-to-end on-air quality across all feeds, including sports, news, and specials.

The candidate will work with Ross production switchers, Harris automation, VizRT, and Photoshop, require excellent communication, and must understand FCC regulations, with flexible schedules and potential out-of-town assignments.