Creative Services Producer

The Creative Services Producer is primarily responsible for hands-on commercial production for clients that advertise on KEZI and across our platforms.

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SUMMARY:

The Creative Services Producer is primarily responsible for hands-on commercial production for clients that advertise on KEZI and across our platforms. This is a high-volume production position focused on creating polished, effective advertising from concept through completion. The producer works directly with Account Executives and clients to develop ideas, write scripts, plan and execute shoots, capture quality video and audio, edit, create graphics, make revisions, perform final quality control, and deliver completed commercial elements. Station marketing, promotion, branding, and special projects are also supported as needed, but commercial client production is the primary focus of the position.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES:
Commercial production is the primary responsibility of this position and includes creating a high volume of on-air spots and other advertising elements for clients that advertise on KEZI and across our platforms, as well as work for advertising agencies and other partners.
Work closely with Account Executives and clients to understand advertising goals, develop creative concepts, and translate those objectives into effective, engaging commercial content.
Handle the production process from concept through final delivery, including creative development, script writing, production planning, scheduling and preparing shoots, shooting video, lighting, recording quality audio, editing, graphics, revisions, quality control, and final delivery.
Conduct client shoots in-studio and on location while maintaining professional production standards and a positive client experience.
Manage multiple client production projects and deadlines simultaneously, prioritize work appropriately, and complete projects accurately and on time. Respond professionally to client and internal feedback and make revisions efficiently.
Review finished work before delivery for overall quality and accuracy, including video and audio quality, graphics, spelling, client information, URLs, phone numbers, calls to action, and other required details.
Support station marketing and promotion as needed, including on-air promos, prime and syndicated programming, news, digital and print elements, station branding, events, and other station initiatives. This work is secondary to commercial client production.
Assist in maintaining consistent station branding and a cohesive visual look across on-air, digital, print, and other creative elements.
Provide creative and production support for special projects, including live events, sales projects, sponsored events, and other station initiatives.
Other duties as assigned by the Regional Vice President and General Manager.

SKILLS PREFERRED/QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in television, video production, commercial production, creative services, marketing, or a related field preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong creative writing and storytelling skills
• Strong still photography, videography, lighting, audio, and nonlinear editing skills
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Suite software, including Photoshop, After Effects, and Adobe Premiere Pro
• Demonstrated ability to develop and produce commercial or promotional content from concept through completion
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills; a "team player" who works effectively with Sales, Creative Services, clients, and other station departments
• Ability to accept creative direction and client feedback, make revisions efficiently, and perform effectively under extreme deadline pressure
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to use, transport, and lift equipment weighing approximately 55 pounds
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Driver License

STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES: 
The foregoing is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all functions essential to the job for which the employee is responsible, nor an exhaustive list of the minimum requirements and specifications necessary to perform the essential functions, including all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different functions be performed when circumstances change or exigencies require it.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

·         This is a full-time salaried position.

·         A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN AND BACKGROUND CHECK ARE REQUIRED 

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Email cover letter, resume, references and link to reel to: dcarter@kezi.com