Producer, Creative

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

8 News NOW – KLAS is looking for a creative and energetic person to fill the position of Creative Producer. This is a fun and challenging role that offers the right person an opportunity to be a part of one of the nation’s top television broadcasting companies! The ideal candidate will be experienced in many skill sets and that person could be YOU! One of those skill sets is creative writer. You will be responsible for helping write compelling stories that fit in 30 seconds or less. From that, you will have the opportunity to be the director, videographer, editor, and graphic designer to help tell that story. But wait, that's not all! The successful candidate will be collaborating with a team of creative individuals just like yourself. You will be instrumental in helping with the station's image spots, topical promos, and other in-house projects. Occasionally, you will have a role in our daily lifestyle show, known as Las Vegas Now, shooting and editing long form segments. Be the liaison between our station and Nexstar’s corporate production and graphics hub. You will provide them with all essential elements including but not limited to video footage, logos, project vision/direction, timelines, and more. Have a general understanding of television station branding and promotional initiatives and can lead projects to help made station managements’ vision become reality. Write, shoot and edit commercials for clients, News, marketing, CBS network and special projects Meet directly with clients and work closely with a sales team to develop strong, professional relationships Direct the on-camera performances of clients, professional actors, and News talent Organize and coordinate shoots with talent agencies and businesses Act as station photographer and create collateral for publication when requested. Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of three years of experience in writing, shooting, editing, and lighting.
Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, including media management, and encoding video to various formats.
Advanced editing expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition, and Media Encoder.
A valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Attention to detail and strong personal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate as part of a team.
Exceptional creativity, combined with a flexible, get-it-done mentality.
Must be able to lift, set up, and operate equipment up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Photography and graphic design skills.
Knowledge of Sony FX 30 camera or similar.

Responsibilities

Write compelling stories that fit in 30 seconds or less.
Direct, shoot, edit, and design graphics to tell stories.
Collaborate with a team of creative individuals.
Assist with the station's image spots, topical promos, and other in-house projects.
Shoot and edit long-form segments for the daily lifestyle show, Las Vegas Now.
Act as a liaison between the station and Nexstar’s corporate production and graphics hub, providing essential elements like video footage, logos, project vision/direction, and timelines.
Write, shoot, and edit commercials for clients, News, marketing, CBS network, and special projects.
Meet directly with clients and work closely with a sales team to develop strong, professional relationships.
Direct the on-camera performances of clients, professional actors, and News talent.
Organize and coordinate shoots with talent agencies and businesses.
Act as station photographer and create collateral for publication when requested.
Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Perform other duties as assigned.