TMP/ DIRECTOR - WKTB (TELEMUNDO ATLANTA) (Gray Media Group)

Gray Media; Brookhaven (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media in Brookhaven, Georgia is looking for a Technical Director to lead production for live and taped broadcasts. The role includes setup and operation of technical equipment, collaborating with producers for creative execution, and leading the control room team.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of broadcast experience and must be bilingual (English/Spanish). This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-pressure environment with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of broadcast experience operating as a Technical Director.
• Knowledge of current industry standards.
• Must take ownership and accountability for assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production switchers during live and taped broadcasts.
• Collaborate with the Producer to execute the technical vision.
• Lead the technical portion of the production team.

Skills

Broadcast experience

Technical direction

Video signal flow knowledge

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

Video switchers

Adobe Creative Suite

Ross Overdrive automation

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 U.S. 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 47 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 WKTB (Telemundo Atlanta)

Telemundo Atlanta is a premier Spanish-language television station providing award-winning local news and programming. Telemundo Atlanta is available to the Atlanta DMA on a million-watt full-power over-the-air signal on channel 47.1. Telemundo Atlanta has received 61 Emmy Awards since 2012, including the top honor of Station Excellence in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2022, and 2023, and News Excellence in 2017, 2018, and 2019. Telemundo Atlanta was nominated for Best Newscast and News Excellence in 2020. Telemundo Atlanta is the first Spanish-language television station to receive the overall Station Excellence recognition in Georgia.

Job Summary

The Technical Director will be a technical lead for production during live or taped studio broadcast productions. The Technical Director is responsible for the setup and operation of the production switcher and associated technical equipment in the Production Control Room and/or live location environment. They are also responsible for evaluating and then assigning all video inputs, taking into consideration timing and video levels, all while orchestrating the control room setup. Finally, the Technical Director will operate as the right hand of the Line Producer to develop and execute the creative and technical look of the production by creating special effects via the production switcher and various external effects equipment.

Live / Taped Productions

• Set up and operate production switchers and all associated technical equipment in a Production Control Room and/or Live Location environment during live game and/or studio broadcast productions. Orchestrate control room setup while simultaneously evaluating and assigning all video inputs, taking into consideration timing and video levels.
• Collaborate with the Producer to execute the technical and artistic vision for each live newscast and/or studio production.
• Lead the technical portion of the production team during the production setup and coordinate the fanfic (other) equipment and show elements so that their work passes through the production switcher.
• Collaborate with traffic and HUB entities needed to verify that all video and audio signals are routed correctly and are making it to their final destinations.
• During a live and/or studio broadcast production, recall video sources, transitions, and effects, and route studio monitors as instructed by Producers. Continuously monitor all sources used during production to ensure all video levels look correct and stay in timing, which includes external feeds.
• Must be able to handle the pressures of live programming and limited time constraints.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate the Video Switcher for live and pre-taped programming.
• Where needed, act as Director for certain shows.
• Communicate with producers, studio, and control room crew to execute live and pre-taped programming.
• Lead the control room and studio crew to produce regular, special, and live show programming.
• Work in conjunction with the feeds team for remote guests and live hits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work with remote crews on location, reporters in the field, and remote hosts throughout the day.
• Communicate with talent in the studio when necessary.
• Highly motivated and confident in executing difficult and complex tasks.
• Ability to consistently function in a high-pressure role and environment.
• Ability to quickly react to changing priorities and needs.
• Must be able to troubleshoot difficult problems and develop solutions to address root causes.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of broadcast experience operating as a Technical Director for live remote and/or live studio productions, with hands‑on experience in control room areas such as switching, audio, graphics, character generator, robotics, and automated rundown software.
• Knowledge of current industry standards.
• Knowledge of video signal flow and video router operations.
• Knowledge of IP router operations and the software used to edit panels.
• Must be able to technically operate various models of video switchers, digital effects devices, and other associated ancillary equipment.
• Experience using ENPS or similar news production systems.
• Experience using Ross Overdrive automation.
• Knowledge of current broadcast technologies appropriate to the position’s job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of FCC regulations.
• Must take ownership and accountability for assigned projects.
• Experience using Edius, Adobe Creative Suite editing software preferred.
• Computer skills, using MS Office.
• Able to work flexible, non‑traditional hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish).

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 Gray’s employees’ ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.