Hiring Department
TV Station
Job Description
KOMU 8 is looking for a new team member! KOMU 8 is a full-powered NBC and CW affiliate proudly owned by the University of Missouri serving Columbia-Jefferson City, MO, consistently ranked as one of the best communities to live. Enjoy fantastic parks, nature trails and amazing local restaurants. Columbia has a vibe and active buzz with a thriving downtown.
KOMU 8 is an award-winning, nationally recognized organization working to share important stories and effective advertising solutions on all platforms. It is the only network affiliated television station with a dual mission of informing the public and serving as the premier training ground for television journalists with the prestigious Missouri School of Journalism. The station also supports community interests through various public service efforts throughout the year. KOMU 8 believes in creating a working environment that attracts the best and brightest people.
KOMU 8 is seeking applications for a new Creative Services Director. The Creative Services Director is responsible for the development and execution of brand building strategies to grow audience engagement, and revenue opportunities on all platforms. This position will lead the Creative Services and Station Promotion teams. The ideal candidate will inspire creative excellence and have extensive production skills, advanced knowledge of design, the post-production process, and Adobe Creative Suite. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience managing a team, developing long-range strategies and plans, and be an outstanding communicator.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Developing and managing a departmental budget within the approved amount.
- Recruit, develop and lead the Creative Services/Promotion team.
- Collaborate with Sales Management and Account Executives to create a mutually beneficial relationship with clients in the community.
- Engage with sales managers to create revenue-generating promotions.
- Help KOMU 8’s local advertisers create compelling and engaging marketing messages.
- Properly coordinate and meet deadlines for all aspects of Commercial Production, including working with clients, sales staff and agencies while employing strong client service skills
- Collaborate with the General Manager, News Director and station Consultant on brand marketing strategies and objectives to grow audience for KOMU 8 properties.
- Identify and execute new creative opportunities that “raise the bar” and ensure it meets thresholds for quality, clarity, relevance, and other brand health dimensions.
- Produce scripts, storyboards, copy and creative for brand campaigns, topicals, programming, digital, social media, radio, print, outdoor and more. Manage projects from idea to execution.
- Design graphics and animations for broadcast, digital/social, and print.
- Manage public service brand and initiatives including community events sponsored by KOMU 8.
- Manage all creative production technology – ensuring the station has best in class tools, that they are in active use and monitor maintenance.
- Train team on copywriting, production, post-production, and graphic design best practices. Mentor and inspire higher quality work.
Salary
Salary Range: $63,000 – $72,000 annually
Grade: GGS 011
University Title: Media Production Director III
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Shift
Typically, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Flexible hours may be necessary on occasion, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in marketing, art, advertising, communications, or a related field.
- Five years of experience in television production or multimedia creative, promotions, and production.
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator)
- Extensive production skills of both short and long form content.
- Ability to write, shoot and edit content that tells a compelling story for broadcast, digital/social, and print.
- A strong understanding of fundamental design, sense of color, graphics, and composition.
- Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, media management, encoding video to various formats, maintaining digital assets, archives and edit systems.
- Understanding of digital and social media marketing.
- Experience in establishing long-range strategies and plans.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid organization and time management skills in a fast-paced environment including ability to manage, prioritize, and track multiple projects while still meeting deadlines.
- Comfortable in both Mac & PC environments.
Application Materials
Online Application, Resume, and Cover Letter
Columbia Missouri Information
Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
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