TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER/MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR (F/T) - WLFI

Gray Media; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WLFI, part of Gray Media, is seeking a full-time TMP to work hands-on in our state-of-the-art control room. You will manage live and recorded local news content on-air and on our streaming platforms, and oversee daily programming ingest and promos.

You will also assist in graphics for newscasts, commercial production shoots, and live event productions, with on-the-job training provided. Flexibility with shifts is required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Live newscast/production experience is a plus.
• Excellent communicator and problem solver.
• Experience with Ross Overdrive, ENPS, Adobe Creative Suite, Canon cameras, and DJI equipment is a plus.
• Remain calm and composed under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations.
• Detail-oriented and organized; On-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate control room equipment and manage live and recorded local news content.
• Ingest daily programming, commercials, and promos for on-air and streaming platforms.
• Assist in creating graphics for newscasts as needed.
• Support production shoots and live event productions.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Live newscast experience

Excellent communicator

Ross Overdrive ENPS Adobe Creative

Canon cameras DJI equipment

Calm under pressure

Detail-oriented

On-the-job training provided

Tools

Ross Overdrive

ENPS

Adobe Creative Suite

Canon cameras

DJI equipment

Job 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 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 WLFI

For over 70 years, WLFI (News 18) has been serving the Lafayette-West Lafayette area. As a CBS and CW affiliate, WLFI provides comprehensive, trusted, and award-winning local news, weather, and sports coverage across West-Central Indiana. WFLI produces over 24 hours of news content each week that’s seen on the air and on our digital platforms. WLFI is committed to serving the community with the highest standards of journalism. The Lafayette-West Lafayette area is a dynamic blend of small-town charm and high-tech innovation. Lafayette serves as the scenic county seat, featuring a vibrant, walkable downtown filled with quaint local shops & eclectic dining. Across the river, West Lafayette is the proud home of Purdue University, part of the BIG 10 Athletic Conference and nationally ranked in multiple areas. Purdue is also an international hub for research. Overall, the area offers a rich quality of life through 50+ parks, the Columbian Park Zoo, and the Celery Bog Nature Area. With its proximity to Indianapolis and Chicago, it provides a perfect balance of Midwestern hospitality and global influence.

Job Summary/Description

WLFI is looking for a full-time TMP. You would be hands‑on in our state‑of‑the‑art control room. You will be responsible for live and recorded local news content on the air and streaming on our website daily. You'll also be responsible for managing and monitoring our on‑air signals and ingesting daily programming, commercials, and promos.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Responsible for commercial ingestion as well as playout for CBS and CW feeds
• Operating Ross Overdrive during live and recorded news segments as well as breaking news events
• Will need to assist news in creating graphics for newscasts
• May assist in commercial production shoots
• May assist in live event productions
• May be needed to fill in on alternate shifts

Qualifications/Requirements

• Flexible schedule (shifts include mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends, and some holidays)
• Live newscast/production work is a plus
• Excellent communicator and problem solver
• Experience with Ross Overdrive, ENPS, Adobe Creative Suite, Canon cameras, and DJI equipment is a plus
• Must be calm and composed under tight deadlines and high‑pressure situations
• Detail‑oriented and organized
• On‑the‑job training is provided

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.