NEWSCAST DIRECTOR/TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER - WMC-TV

Gray Media, Inc.; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WMC-TV, part of Gray Media, Inc., seeks a Director/Technical Media Producer in Memphis, TN. This hybrid role directs live newscasts and handles automation, master control, and FCC compliance.

The candidate should be reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working with the newsroom team in a fast-paced environment. The role involves operating multiple production systems, managing ingest/playback, coordinating live shots, and ensuring smooth digital/web workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in journalism, film, mass communication, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in journalism, production, media, or related fields.
• Ability to prioritize complex tasks and communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and pre-recorded newscasts and productions; monitor on-air streams.
• Operate switchers, automation, graphics, audio, prompter, and PTZ cameras.
• Utilize Ross OverDrive, VizRT, and related production/master control equipment.
• Ingest and playback commercial/promo content and segments; basic editing.
• Coordinate live shots via satellite/ENG/bonded cellular and feeds.
• Support web/digital workflows and FCC log compliance.
• Work within NRCS; familiarity with ENPS.
• Maintain knowledge of studio, control room and production-area equipment.

Skills

Prioritization

Effective communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Film, Mass Communication, or related field

Tools

Ross OverDrive

VizRT

Digital Broadcast

ENPS/NRCS

Job description

NEWSCAST DIRECTOR/TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER - WMC-TV

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: NEWSC017085

• Posted : October 23, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Memphis, TN 38104, USA

Description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WMC-TV:

WMC-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 5, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The station is owned by Gray Television. The station serves roughly the western third of Tennessee, northern Mississippi, eastern Arkansas, and the southeastern corner of Missouri over the air, on satellite, and on various cable systems.

Job Summary/Description:

WMC-TV is hiring a Director/Technical Media Producer in Memphis, TN. This hybrid role combines live newscast directing with automation and traditional master control responsibilities, including monitoring broadcast signals, commercial playout, and FCC compliance. We’re looking for a reliable, self-motivated team player—whether you’re experienced in TV production or eager to just get your foot in the door.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Direct live and pre-recorded newscasts/productions as assigned; monitor all WMC on-air streams
• Operate production and master control switchers, automation, graphics, audio, prompter, and PTZ cameras
• Use tools such as Ross OverDrive, VizRT, Digital Broadcast, and related production/master control equipment
• Perform ingest and playback functions, including commercial/promo ingest, program ingest/segmenting, and basic desktop editing
• Coordinate and execute satellite/ENG/bonded cellular live shots and feeds
• Maintain awareness of web/digital production workflows and support as needed
• Maintain and understand FCC program/transmitter logs; comply with all FCC broadcast regulations
• Work within the newsroom computer system (NRCS); WMC currently uses ENPS
• Demonstrate working knowledge of all studio, control room, and production-area equipment

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Film, Mass Communication, or related field preferred
• 2 years of experience in journalism, production, media, or related fields
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize complex tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively - written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills

WMC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) 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.

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