Gray Media is hiring: CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR - WMBF in Myrtle Beach

About Gray Media:Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.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 WMBF:WMBF-TV is the NBC Network affiliate for the Grand Strand and Pee Dee regions of Northeastern South Carolina and parts of southeastern North Carolina. This Gray Media-owned station was launched in 2008 in Myrtle Beach, SC, and was built as a state-of-the-art High-Definition broadcast facility. We broadcast 39 hours of live local news and weather along with NBC programming to 8 counties along the Grand Strand beaches westward into Florence, SC. We also use digital media platforms to deliver breaking news coverage to a fast-growing audience. Myrtle Beach is a family vacation destination for millions of visitors each year due to our white sandy beaches, more than a hundred golf courses, amusement parks, and mild weather. It is a pleasure to work in a city where so many people want to visit.Job Summary/Description:WMBF News in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC has an immediate opening for an innovative Creative Services Director with excellent image and brand-building skills to grow the brand and audiences on all screens. Candidate must be an expert visual storyteller with strong skills in writing, cinematography, and Adobe Creative Suite editing programs. This individual is a hands-on producer, with knowledge of digital and social media marketing trends and platforms to enhance the local digital and television branding.Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited, to):Develop and execute WMBF annual strategic marketing plan, including station brand promotion and advertising campaigns for broadcast, digital, and live events growing audience share, and brandingManagement of station Lifestyle Show brandResponsible for marketing strategies and brand management, growing audience share and brand footprint on all screensLead a team of creative professionalsShowcase exceptional video production skills, including writing, directing, cinematography, editing, and motion graphic designExhibit a high level of organization and time management to ensure the timely delivery of projectsCandidate will lead/coordinate efforts on the development of compelling campaigns for our local/regional sales clientsCandidate must have a solid grasp of budgeting for all aspects of the creative services teamCandidate must understand this is a weekday position with the potential of after-hours and event responsibilities in the evening or weekendCandidate will work closely with the General Manager, News Director, and Director of SalesCandidate will be a working manager with the ability to shoot and edit commercials and station promos from pre-production to post-productionQualifications/Requirements:** College degree preferred1-2 years of previous creative director preferredCandidate must be an excellent leader, coach, and trainer with a proven track record in a television station marketing environmentCandidate will be an effective communicatorCandidate must be an expert visual storyteller with strong skills in writing, cinematography, and Adobe Creative Suite editing programs. This individual is a hands-on producer, with knowledge of digital and social media marketing trends and platformsGraphic artistic skills a plusStrong organizational skillsAbility to learn new softwareAll candidates must have a valid driver's license and a good driving recordIf 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 )WMBF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free companyAdditional 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.Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.Experience Preferred1 - 2 years: 1-2 years of previous creative director preferredEducation RequiredHigh School or betterLicenses & Certifications PreferredDrivers LicenseBehaviors PreferredLeader: Inspires teammates to follow themMotivations PreferredFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals#J-18808-Ljbffr