TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (ASSO) - WVIR

Gray Media, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,443,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life and disability benefits

Paid parental leave

Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits

401(k) with matching

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Relocation PTO

Job summary

WVIR-TV/Gray Media in Charlottesville offers a full-time opportunity in a state-of-the-art Multimedia Control Center. You will direct newscasts and oversee all technical aspects of broadcasts, including video, audio, graphics, transitions, and camera movements.

The role requires experience with live content, Ross switchers, and a proactive, creative mindset. You will collaborate with producers and anchors to deliver fast-paced live news, in a dynamic market, Monday through Friday with manager

Qualifications

• Experience with live TV production and content creation.
• Ross switchers experience; Overdrive a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration with TMPs, producers, editors, and stations.
• Creativity and passion are essential for the TMP role at WVIR.

Responsibilities

• Direct newscasts and manage all technical aspects of the newscast (video, audio, graphics, transitions, camera movements).
• Collaborate with producers and anchors to produce fast-paced live broadcasts.
• Handle duties as assigned in a cutting-edge Multimedia Control Center.

Skills

Live content experience

Strong communication

Creativity

Team collaboration

Education

Film/TV/Digital Media/Communication degree

Live production experience

Tools

Ross Switcher

Overdrive

Job description

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 and 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

$19.00/hr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

The #1 station in the Charlottesville market is looking for a technically savvy individual to work in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Multimedia Control Center. The person we hire will direct newscasts in addition to performing duties associated with broadcasting 29News' television. WVIR-TV is the dominant television station in the desirable Charlottesville market. The station is located on the historic Downtown Mall in the heart of Charlottesville's vibrant cultural district.

We are seeking a tech‑savvy individual to work in our cutting‑edge Multimedia Control Center. The successful applicant will collaborate closely with our newscast producers and anchors to create fast‑paced live news broadcasts. The role involves taking responsibility for all technical aspects of the newscast, including video, audio, graphics, transitions, and camera movements, and additional duties assigned as needed.

Please note : the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the duties listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Have some experience with live content, experience working with Ross switchers, and Overdrive is a huge plus.
• Strong communication skills are essential, as collaboration with other TMPs, producers, editors, and various stations requires constant interaction.
• Creativity and passion are some of the most important qualities that every TMP at WVIR should possess.

Education:

• A degree related to Film, Television, Digital Media, or Communication Studies is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in live production is preferred.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self‑service portal)

WVIR-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 at every location where 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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.