Technical Media Producer (Primary) Kplc

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations 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 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 KPLC:

KPLC is located in beautiful Lake Charles Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River Lake Charles is known for its industry booming economy and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth-largest city in Louisiana. KPLC began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently one of the nations most innovative and most
watched television stations ranking among the top 5 Nielsen-rated stations nationally throughout the year.

Job Summary/Description:

KPLC-TV has a full-time opening for a Technical Media Producer. Technical Media Producers work in KPLCs state-of-the-art media control center and are responsible for directing both live and pre-recorded productions as well as processing content for three television stations and sub-channels transmitters and FCC logs as well as ingesting daily programming and commercials. The ideal candidate will work closely with all other departments to meet all daily demands. A flexible work schedule is a must.

Responsibilities include the following. Work alongside news producers and other newsroom staff to create code and direct dynamic fast-paced newscasts and programming. Coordinate live acquisition of reporters and news video utilizing Live U Live Link and satellite feeds. Require skill with Ross Overdrive automation Ross production video switcher master control video switcher Crispin master control automation VizRT graphics and all supporting equipment in Production/Master Control including the ability to effectively perform at the following: Robotic camera operation prompter operation audio operation program/commercial/promo ingesting/segmenting and satellite operation. Understanding of FCC logs and broadcast regulations work with ENPS newsroom computer system and other duties as assigned.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

- The successful candidate will be creative extremely detail-oriented and have very strong problem-solving multi-tasking and communication skills.
- A positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced dynamic and high-stress environment under deadline pressure.
- Able to work well with a team (but be equally comfortable working individually).
- Flexible to work mornings nights weekends and changing schedules able to sit and stand for extended periods of time and computer literacy is a must.
- While previous television experience is preferred it is not required.

If you feel youre 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KPLC-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 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Required Experience:

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