ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR/REMOTE PRODUCTION – TUPELO HONEY

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About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a television broadcast company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Gray is the largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets in the United States (“U.S.”). Gray currently owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36% of U.S. television households. During 2020, Gray’s stations were ranked first in 70 markets, and ranked first and/or second in 86 markets, as calculated by Comscore’s audience measurement service. Gray also owns video program production, marketing, and digital businesses including Raycom Sports, Tupelo Honey, and RTM Studios, the producer of PowerNation programs and content, and is the majority owner of Swirl Films.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. 

About Tupelo Honey:

Tupelo Honey brings together Tupelo Honey (founded in 1996) and WebStream Sports (2006). With offices in New York, Indianapolis, Charlotte, and Nashville, the company develops new programming and delivers live events, music specials, and branded features for broadcast, digital and in-venue entertainment.

Job Summary/Description:

Tupelo Honey is seeking an Associate Director. This position is based in Indianapolis, IN. Work on live productions in various roles with a focus on developing skills as Director and/or Technical Director.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Work on a production team to create, develop, and execute visual storylines for remote productions
• Develop skills to direct and technical direct on necessary switchers (Ross Carbonite, Newtek, etc…)
• Handle pre-production work for assigned broadcasts/webcasts/in-venue productions
• Serve as director and technical director for NCAA Championship webcasts on NCAA.com.
• Review and provide feedback on Tupelo Honey-produced events on a weekly basis
• Consult with Remote Production Staff, Operations Staff, Contractors, and Clients
• Work in conjunction with production staff and team to provide creative input on more efficient

approaches to projects

• Other duties as needed and/or assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience on a live-event production team
• Experience with, Ross Carbonite, and/or NewTek Tricaster

Other Requirements –

• Ability to work extended hours and travel as needed
• Ability to multi-task on live remote productions
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and manage deadlines
• Strong sense of customer service
• Driving record in good standing
• Good organizational skills

Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, or click on “apply now”, we encourage you to 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)

TUPELO HONEY/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 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, and 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.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before or by the first workday. 

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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