Job Description
Calling all creatives! WTVO 17 and FOX 39 is looking for a dangerously talented individual with a fresh new perspective to add to our dynamic creative team.
Do you ever find yourself watching TV and nitpicking a music choice? Does Comic Sans make you cringe? Do you thrive in an environment where creative freedom is encouraged, and collaboration is the norm? Then stop scrolling…you might be exactly who we've been looking for!
We are seeking a Commercial/Promotions Producer experienced in producing client commercials and on-air/digital station image promotion spots on tight deadlines. This position will require you to write, produce, shoot and edit using Adobe Creative Cloud. Expertise in writing, producing, shooting and editing snappy, focused and original ads that successfully promote a client's business is a must.
This position will report to the Creative Services Director.
The Creative Services Producer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for commercial and promotional spots and operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for commercial and promotional spots.
Responsibilities
• Shoots video for commercial and promotional efforts
• Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, filming sequences, desired effects, and shot requirements
• Sets up, composes and executes video shots
• Maintains video equipment
• Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for commercial and promotional efforts
• Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
• Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect
• Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots
• Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
• Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story
• Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects
• Maintains editing equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
• High school diploma
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Minimum two years' experience operating video recording equipment (Depending on market size)
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Proficiency with video recording equipment
• Proficiency with video editing equipment
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud required
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz7792-3-144-113-172-42 in your application.