NEWSCAST DIRECTOR/TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER - WMC-TV
About the role
WMC-TV is hiring a Director/Technical Media Producer in Memphis, TN. This hybrid role combines live newscast directing with automation and traditional master control responsibilities, including monitoring broadcast signals, commercial playout, and FCC compliance. We’re looking for a reliable, self-motivated team player—whether you’re experienced in TV production or eager to just get your foot in the door.
WMC-TV, virtual and VHF digital channel 5, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Memphis, Tennessee. The station is owned by Gray Television and serves roughly the western third of Tennessee, northern Mississippi, eastern Arkansas, and the southeastern corner of Missouri over the air, on satellite, and on various cable systems. Gray Media is 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.
Responsibilities
- Direct live and pre-recorded newscasts/productions as assigned; monitor all WMC on-air streams
- Operate production and master control switchers, automation, graphics, audio, prompter, and PTZ cameras
- Use tools such as Ross OverDrive, VizRT, Digital Broadcast, and related production/master control equipment
- Perform ingest and playback functions, including commercial/promo ingest, program ingest/segmenting, and basic desktop editing
- Coordinate and execute satellite/ENG/bonded cellular live shots and feeds
- Maintain awareness of web/digital production workflows and support as needed
- Maintain and understand FCC program/transmitter logs; comply with all FCC broadcast regulations
- Work within the newsroom computer system (NRCS); WMC currently uses ENPS
- Demonstrate working knowledge of all studio, control room, and production-area equipment
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Film, Mass Communication, or related field preferred
- 2 years of experience in journalism, production, media, or related fields
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize complex tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively — written and verbal
- Strong organizational skills