If you value integrity, teamwork, innovation, and passion...
If you have a gift for great storytelling on any platform…
If you enjoy collaborating with team members and across departments…
If you have a great eye for contemporary design and a flare for social media…
This is the opportunity for you! WSLS Creative Services is looking for a dynamic producer with demonstrated skills in videography, photography, writing, design, editing, and sound design. The right person for this job thrives in news and digital storytelling. From your work as producer, to in the field, to the final edit, we’re looking for someone who has an eye for memorable moments, an ear for compelling sound, a passion for embracing all things digital, and has exceptional editing skills to pull it all together. This is person is a highly engaged team member and communicator.
Job Description
As our primary image, topical and digital content producer, your work will be seen everywhere. You will produce seamlessly between digital and social media and television. You will tackle station and news project and sales assignments.
Please share your thumb stopping reel and apply now!
Responsibilities:
- Produce, shoot and edit content in a style that is professional, cutting-edge, and reflects contemporary storytelling standards and production techniques.
- Ability to move comfortably and efficiently between independent and team projects, and across all departments.
- Work closely with the Creative Services Director, News Director, Digital Director and Sales to create compelling content.
- Meet tight deadlines that sometimes shift on a dime.
- Maintain Station equipment; keeping gear clean, in good repair and stored properly.
- Keep informed of contemporary digital, social, and video production standards and practices.
- Understand computer/IT workflows, file transfers and must be able to troubleshoot technical challenges.
- Excellent verbal, written and listening skills required.
- Work with the sales team and clients to produce highly stylized paid and non-paid content.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrate successful writing, shooting, sound design and editing ability.
- Non-linear editing, lighting, and production skills required.
- Experienced with Adobe Suite, Edius ENPS, social media, design software.
- Excellent videography skills and DSLR skills.
- Juggle numerous projects at once with persistent deadlines.
- Ability to work flexible hours when needed.
- Positive attitude that includes discretion, maturity, and composure – especially under pressure.
- College degree in broadcast journalism, communication, or other related areas is preferred.
- Ability to lift in excess of 30 pounds on a regular basis.
- Valid driver’s license
Interested candidates, please submit your resume, cover letter and application detailing your relevant experience to: Burt Spangler, Creative Services Director, at
Click HERE to download and complete the employment application.