Commercial Producer/Director
Department: Sales/Marketing
Location: KTVN 2 News, Reno, NV

Job Summary

The Commercial Producer/Director works directly with Marketing Specialists to conceptualize, write, shoot, and edit high-quality commercials for local advertisers. This role plays a key part in ensuring that commercial content effectively communicates the client’s message, fits within the budget, and is completed efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Marketing Specialists and clients to understand campaign goals.
• Conceptualize and write compelling commercial scripts using client input and information gathered via the Doyle Time-Out Call process.
• Shoot and edit video for commercials and other projects using non-linear editing systems.
• Manage multiple production schedules and complete projects within tight deadlines.
• Maintain professional communication with Marketing Specialists, clients, and internal teams.
• Participate in weekly sales meetings and assist with other station projects as assigned.
• Present a cooperative and professional attitude and appearance at all times.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and conceptual storytelling ability for video.
• Effective communicator and collaborator.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, take constructive direction, and remain calm under pressure.
• Able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. to support on-location shoots.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to occasionally work nights or weekends.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Premiere Pro and After Effects Graphic Artist).
• Experience operating cameras, lighting kits, microphones, audio boards, and video routers.
• Working knowledge of television station operations and non-linear editing systems.
• Comfortable with basic lighting and camera techniques.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in television production, Broadcasting, or a related field (Preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in video production or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on training (Required)
• Experience producing commercials for television (Preferred)

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (Required)
• Ability to work occasional overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Contribution
• Vacation and PTO
• Holiday Pay
• …and more!

If interested, please send resume to ECollins@SarkesTarzian.com.

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.