Job Summary/Description:
The Technical Media Producer has the general responsibility for directing live or pre-recorded productions as assigned, monitoring WILX’s on-air streams, transmitter, FCC logs, and ingesting daily programming and commercial inventory. Regular assignments will involve directing specific newscasts, misc. station productions, and various elements for the web channel.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Direct live and pre-recorded productions as assigned for WILX-TV.
• Require skill with the following: Ross Overdrive automation, Ross production video switcher, MCR / Harris automation, Utah House routing system, VizRT graphics, Adobe Photoshop. Require skill with all supporting equipment in Production/Master Control - including the ability to effectively perform operations with robotic camera operation, prompter operation, audio operation, and a working knowledge of in-house web production.
• Require skill for live truck operations and internet-based video operations (, Skype or similar)
• Understanding of FCC program & transmitter logs and FCC broadcast regulations.
• Work with ENPS, newsroom computer system.
• Prep Media for news as needed.
• Understanding of all equipment in studios and production areas.
• Dedication to care of equipment.
• Work closely with all other departments to meet all daily demands.
• Training of new personnel as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining clean studios and production areas.
• Variable work schedule due to changing shifts, turnover, station projects, etc. Overtime (for regular employees) will be possible.
• Other Duties as Assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Great communication and people skills.
• Newscast directing/Master Control experience or Technical Directing experience in a system nearly identical to WILX.
• Operating knowledge of PC’s and graphics computers (Vizrt knowledge and experience preferred).
• Understanding of FCC broadcast regulations.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Miscellaneous:
• Work schedule will vary due to production/operation demands, or possible permanent schedule changes.
• Work assignments will at times include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular and reasonable work attendance required.
• Other Duties as Assigned
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WILX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company