Promotions Writer/Producer - KIRO TV
About The Position
Are you a Promotions Writer/Producer who excels at marketing a great news brand? Do you like to write, shoot, edit and produce a wide variety of content for a large range of topics? If so, this position is for you! KIRO 7 and Cox Media Group is seeking a talented creative who can take the lead on projects that cut through the clutter and drive results. We’re in search of someone with a positive, can-do attitude, and ambition to learn and grow with a talented and supportive group of producers. You will be surrounded by a collaborative team that wants to win, and values your expertise, passion, and creativity. Come experience the incredible beauty of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, the exciting atmosphere of a winning station and take your career to that next level, with the BEST media company in the country!
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience working in Creative Services or the newsroom at a television station
- Have hands-on experience with a local news product
- Be a creative writer, photographer and video editor
- Experience in graphic design, as it relates to producing compelling/eye-catching promos maximizing effectiveness of graphic elements in the production
- Be able to have flexible hours to meet high volume demands in and out of sweep periods
- Be willing to work extended hours when necessary to meet tight deadlines
- Avid, and or Premiere, After Affects, and Photoshop experience, as well as videography experience
- Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Nice To Haves
- Prefer experience using iNews and WideOrbit
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Production, Marketing or Broadcast-related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Write and Produce daily news topicals in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
- Write, shoot and produce Investigative Special Report Promos and Proof of Brand(POBs) and Image promos
- Write, shoot and produce PSA’s, station sponsored events, sales promotions, and syndicated promotions
- Will assist Client Services in the writing/producing of commercials, and other sales projects when necessary
- Produce compelling, targeted, and research driven promotion at all times
- Embrace the use of process language, and sell brand distinction in Topicals, Special Report and Image Promotion
- Create multi-platform marketing campaigns developing creative for streaming, digital and social channels
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
- Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
- Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
- Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law
- Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
- Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2026
- Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- All other benefits required by applicable law
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
