Creative Services Director - Woio/Wuab

Gray Media•Cleveland, OH

5d•$100,000 - $160,000

About The Position

WOIO in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Creative Services Director. This is a department head leadership position, managing the station’s award-winning marketing and promotions staff, and is the top creative consultant for exceeding client expectations and managing the station’s marketing initiatives. The position serves as the primary leader in developing and executing the station’s marketing strategy to drive ratings and digital impression growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing (or related field) preferred; equivalent experience considered.
6+ years related experience, including broadcast marketing and digital/social marketing, video production/editing, and Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator).
People leadership: collaborative, solutions-focused style
Strong creative judgment
Strong communication and people skills
Flexible schedule (nights/weekends as needed)
Strong time management; works well across teams
This individual must be able to perform various physical tasks, including lifting to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have an impressive reel of completed video projects and a proven track record of hitting deadlines.
The ideal candidate has a leadership mindset and is comfortable assuming ownership of the station's marketing goals.

Responsibilities

Work closely with General Manager and other department heads to manage and execute initiatives to enhance the station’s internal and external image.
Work directly with sales managers, account executives, and clients to complete commercial and station projects.
Collaborate with News Director and News staff to develop and execute powerful image campaigns that reflect the direction of the station's news brand.
Market all station digital media initiatives, working closely with news and digital teams to identify daily opportunities to reach the target audience.
Oversee station public relations, station news releases, and community partnerships.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring