OPERATIONS MANAGER - KKTV

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$50,000 - $55,000/yr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About KKTV:

KKTV is located in picturesque Colorado Springs in Colorado, and with breathtaking views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, it's immediately easy to see why people are flocking to colorful Southern Colorado! KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards, including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard, and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even better place to live and work.

Job Summary/Description:

KKTV, the CBS affiliate in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking an Operations Supervisor to join our team. This role is based in KKTV’s state-of-the-art control center and is responsible for overseeing daily on-air operations. The Operations Supervisor will support the Director of Engineering by managing the day-to-day functions of the Operations Department, including staff scheduling administration; planning and supervision of non-news production and editing (such as sales shoots, weather reports, and special events); coordinating requests from the sales and traffic departments; managing weekly show distribution; and developing and overseeing training programs for both new hires and ongoing staff development. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is March 20, 2026.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

- Supervise Technical Media Producers who direct newscasts and perform Master Control duties
- Manage quality control workflows to ensure all programming and commercials are properly prepared and ready for air
- Prepare and direct live and pre-recorded productions
- Collaborate with the newsroom and other departments to coordinate and produce top-rated newscasts
- Operate Ross OverDrive automation and Master Control automation systems
- Oversee routine care and maintenance of the station’s studios
- Work closely with other departments to meet daily operational demands as required

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Team player with professional attitude and strong communication skills.
- Ability to multitask under time-sensitive deadlines.
- Strong technical and computing skills.
- Previous newscast directing and master control experience is preferred.
- Excellent time management and Attention to detail skills.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people,  go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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)

KKTV-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 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, 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.