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 KBJR:

Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space, and studios are state-of-the-art. It is located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota's top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are within walking distance of the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge, and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.

Learn more about Duluth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg

Job Summary/Description:  

The Creative Services Producer oversees client creative products including commercial spots, integrated content for linear television, OTT, and digital ads. Our Creative Services Producer will work directly with our sales staff to produce high-quality creative content for clients to drive revenue in key strategic areas as determined by the station, the market, and client needs. Our approach is to have the best customer service possible while building the messaging our clients want.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

- Develop advertising campaigns through creative meetings with clients.
- Work cooperatively with media executives and clients to ensure all projects are kept on track creatively.
- Maintain knowledge of current video production strategies, techniques, and best practices.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

- The ideal Creative Services Producer will be a skilled writer/producer who is able to create powerful concepts that market a message or tell a story.
- The Creative Services Producer will use the power of video to produce memorable and effective promotions while working with clients on a regular basis.
- This position favors a relevant communications degree and/or a strong background in Adobe Creative Suite products.
- Essential skills are the following; DSLR video photography, creative thinking and writing, and a strong background in lighting and audio.
- FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) certified drone operator's license is a plus.
- An applicant with commercial production and/or advertising experience is preferred.

Applicant must be:
- Detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills.
- Able to work well on your own as well as in a team.
- Able to Multitask and meet tight deadlines.

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)

KBJR-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