CREATIVE SERVICES PRODUCER - WBTV

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 WBTV:

On Your Side' in the community empowering viewers with award-winning newscasts and in-depth local journalism. WBTV is in the Charlotte DMA and broadcasts to a viewing area made up of 22 counties within North Carolina and South Carolina. WBTV First Alert Weather is the area's only certified most accurate forecast for nine years.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you create content that inspires and connects? Do you know how to tell a story on multiple platforms, and do you want to work in one of the fastest-growing cities in the US? If you said yes to any of these questions, then WBTV has your next career move. WBTV is looking for an experienced Creative Services Producer. The ideal candidate must be skilled in writing, producing, shooting, and editing creative attention-getting spots for TV and Digital platforms, is self-motivated, and understands how to emotionally connect with the audience through writing, bold imagery, music, and editing techniques.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Create full-scale brand marketing campaigns that include digital, on-air, and social elements. Conceptualizes, writes, produces, shoots, and edits compelling promotion for topical special reports, Proof of brand spots, and station initiatives for all platforms
• Work with the news team to obtain information and videos for the creation of promos to increase the brand awareness of our products
• Produces additional video and graphic presentations as requested for digital and streaming audiences
• Completion of daily logs on wide orbit
• Provide production support and timely customer service to all departments
• Work with clients as needed on sales-driven projects
• Participates in station-sponsored events and all assigned special promotions projects
• Help to plan and execute events and station community efforts
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree Preferred
• Minimum 2 years experience in TV/Film Production/Corporate Communications or videography preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of managers and staff
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to shoot on multiple camera formats.
• Ability to adapt to changes in a work environment
• Strong communication skills
• Available to work nights and weekends as needed
• Must be willing to work in Charlotte, NC
• Proficient in Premiere editing system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Proficient with digital platforms
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of graphic design programs
• Team player

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)

WBTV-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.

Experience

Preferred

• 2 year(s): Minimum 2 years experience in TV/Film Production/Corporate Communications or videography preferred

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals