Commercial Producer

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Champaign, IL
In-Office
32K-34K Annually
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role

509 Creative is looking for an obnoxiously creative, flowing with ideas, technology loving individual to be a part of our creative team!

509 Creative is the media agency of WCIA-TV and currently has an opening for a commercial producer. We offer a unique opportunity for someone with creative talents that could include television, digital, video production, creative writing, photography, and editing. Does that sound intriguing to you?

Did we mention we want someone who is creative with the talent to express ideas? You’ll need to hit the ground running so camera, writing, and video editing experience or equivalent is a must. 509 Creative has the opportunities for you to explore your creativity.

The Commercial Producer will be responsible for the development of cutting-edge commercial spots from concept to completion. Creative scripting, shooting and non-linear editing experience is a must.

  • Creatively write, shoot, and edit content to tell compelling stories
  • Collaborate with creative team and project stakeholders to produce videos and digital content that are on-brand and drive results
  • Coordinate asset and information exchange take meeting notes
  • Maintain a variety of projects and work with varying production styles while employing strong client service skills
  • Coordinate production, including working with clients, account executives, agencies, as well as planning location(s), talent, music, voice-over and reserving any other technical pieces (camera’s, vehicles, etc.) needed for project
  • Manage video equipment and software needs
  • Mentor junior commercial producers as needed
  • Extensive shooting and scripting of both short and long form spots from concept to completion
  • Interpreting the client's business needs; developing design briefs by gathering information and data to clarify design issues
  • Perform other duties, as directed by management

 

Requirements & Skills

  •  Minimum 1-2 years commercial and/or promotion experience, or college degree preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, including media management and encoding video to various formats
  • Broad understanding of marketing and design
  • Advanced knowledge of High-definition (HD) cameras and videography, motion graphics and proper lighting techniques
  • Exhibit advanced editing expertise
  • A passion to stay up-to-date on production trends and continually strive to push boundaries
  • Live, multi-camera production and microwave truck experience preferred
  • Software skills required include Adobe CC Suite production package including; Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition and Media Encoder
  • Position will require day-to-day multi-tasking, as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously with frequent change in direction and priority
  • Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Occasional weekends, evenings, and holiday shifts will be required
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record as some travel may be required for commercial shoots and production meetings with advertisers of the station
  • Possess a strong understanding of fundamental design, a strong sense of color, typography, and composition
  • Meet all deadlines, fulfill scheduling commitments and consistently achieve quick turnarounds in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
  • The pay range for this position is: $32,000.00-$34,000.00

Click here to see our benefit package: Nexstar 2025 Benefits at a Glance.pdf

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