TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER (ASSO) - WVIR

GRAY MEDIA; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-paid life and disability

Paid parental leave

401(k) with matching

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation PTO

Job summary

WVIR-TV in Charlottesville (Gray Media) seeks a technically savvy professional to operate in our brand-new Multimedia Control Center and direct newscasts for 29News' television. You will work closely with producers and anchors to ensure seamless, live broadcasts with precise video, audio, graphics, transitions and camera handling.

The role emphasizes collaboration, live-content expertise, and a passion for high-quality local news.

Qualifications

• Experience with live content and Ross switchers is preferred.
• Overdrive experience is a huge plus.
• A degree related to Film, Television, Digital Media, or Communication Studies is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in live production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct newscasts in the brand-new Multimedia Control Center.
• Collaborate with producers and anchors to create fast-paced live broadcasts.
• Take responsibility for video, audio, graphics, transitions, and camera movements.

Skills

Live production experience

Ross switcher experience

Overdrive experience

Strong communication

Creativity and passion

Education

Film/Television/Digital Media/Communications degree

Experience in live production

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.

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.
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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