Gray Television
CREATIVE SERVICES PRODUCER - WTOK Job at Gray Television in Meridian
Gray Television, Meridian, MS, United States, 39301
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 WTOK:
WTOK-TV is a trusted ABC network station with a history of serving the communities of eastern Mississippi and Western Alabama with top-rated news, weather, and sports. We also offer syndicated programming on the CW, myTOK, Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, and Telemundo Mississippi network. We take pride in serving our viewers, our community, and our advertisers for 71 years.
Our mission is to be engaged with the community and promote civic and economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. We use cutting-edge technology to provide accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms.
Job Summary/Description:
Get creative and bring your ideas to life in commercials, promos, and long-form social media content. WTOK-TV is looking for a dynamic creative services producer. The ideal candidate needs to have a highly creative mind and the ability to bring ideas to life as an editor. A great visual mind and strong skills in writing and cinematography are a plus.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinate all aspects of commercial production, including working with clients, sales staff, and agencies
- Write and produce captivating content specific to the client's needs
- Work with Creative Services and News to create topical promos, image campaigns, and proof of performance spots
- Meet deadlines with clients and staff
- Produce engaging digital ads for the web and social media
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Video production experience
- Non-linear editing experience (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and/or Edius experience is a must)
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator is preferred (ability to produce digital and print graphics)
- Experience shooting on a DSLR and/or professional-grade video camera
- Ability to write, shoot, and edit content that tells a compelling story
- Experience with engaging social media audiences
- FAA Drone Certification a plus
- College degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Marketing or another related field preferred
- Must possess a valid Driver's License with a good driving record
- Voiceover experience is a plus
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)
WTOK-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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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 WTOK:
WTOK-TV is a trusted ABC network station with a history of serving the communities of eastern Mississippi and Western Alabama with top-rated news, weather, and sports. We also offer syndicated programming on the CW, myTOK, Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, and Telemundo Mississippi network. We take pride in serving our viewers, our community, and our advertisers for 71 years.
Our mission is to be engaged with the community and promote civic and economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. We use cutting-edge technology to provide accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms.
Job Summary/Description:
Get creative and bring your ideas to life in commercials, promos, and long-form social media content. WTOK-TV is looking for a dynamic creative services producer. The ideal candidate needs to have a highly creative mind and the ability to bring ideas to life as an editor. A great visual mind and strong skills in writing and cinematography are a plus.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinate all aspects of commercial production, including working with clients, sales staff, and agencies
- Write and produce captivating content specific to the client's needs
- Work with Creative Services and News to create topical promos, image campaigns, and proof of performance spots
- Meet deadlines with clients and staff
- Produce engaging digital ads for the web and social media
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Video production experience
- Non-linear editing experience (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and/or Edius experience is a must)
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator is preferred (ability to produce digital and print graphics)
- Experience shooting on a DSLR and/or professional-grade video camera
- Ability to write, shoot, and edit content that tells a compelling story
- Experience with engaging social media audiences
- FAA Drone Certification a plus
- College degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Marketing or another related field preferred
- Must possess a valid Driver's License with a good driving record
- Voiceover experience is a plus
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)
WTOK-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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.