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CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR - KCRG

Gray Television, Inc
Cedar Rapids, IA , US
Full-time

About Gray Television :

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in television markets that collectively reach 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 KCRG :

KCRG-TV is the ABC affiliate covering Eastern Iowa. We are dedicated to being a part of our community and sharing the stories of the people of Eastern Iowa.

We produce hours of news every day, as well as support a robust website and the largest social media audience in the market.

The station is a longtime leader in local news and programming in the region. KCRG brings local live events to Eastern Iowa, including high school and college sports, show choirs, parades, professional baseball, hockey, soccer, and much more.

KCRG is also part of Gray Digital Media (GDM), which offers high-quality and targeted digital services, both locally and in all states.

Job Description / Summary :

KCRG and KYOU are seeking 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 not limited to) :

Develop and execute KCRG and KYOU annual strategic marketing plan, including station brand promotion and advertising campaigns for broadcast, digital, and live events growing audience share, and branding

Responsible for marketing strategies and brand management, growing audience share and brand footprint on all screens

Lead a team of highly qualified creative professionals

Showcase exceptional video production skills, including writing, directing, cinematography, editing, and motion graphic design

Exhibit a high level of organization and time management to ensure the timely delivery of projects

Candidate will lead / coordinate efforts on the development of compelling campaigns for our local / regional sales clients

Candidate must have a solid grasp of budgeting for all aspects of the creative services team

Candidate must understand this is a weekday position with the potential of after-hours and event responsibilities in the evening or weekend

Candidate will work closely with the General Manager, News Director, and General Sales Manager

Candidate will be a working manager with the ability to shoot and edit commercials and station promos from pre-production to post-production

Qualifications / Requirements :

College degree preferred

Previous creative director or producer experience preferred

Candidate must be an excellent leader, coach, and trainer with a proven track record in a television station marketing environment

Candidate will be an effective communicator

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

Strong organizational skills

Ability to learn new software

All candidates must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , 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 )

KCRG-TV / Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

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