CREATIVE SERVICES PRODUCER - KSFY / KDLT Job at Gray Television in Sioux Falls

Gray Media :

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KSFY / KDLT :

Sioux Falls is one of the fastest growing cities in the Upper Midwest and is home to nearly 220,000 people, which makes more than 30% of the state's population. Healthcare and finance make up much of the workforce. There is never a shortage of activities or events. Summers are packed with outdoor festivals and concerts. Many also enjoy the city’s nearly 30 miles of bike trails; be sure to stop by the beautiful waterfalls of the Big Sioux River! And winter doesn’t mean people hibernate; there are plenty outdoor and indoor activities all winter long. In 2014, the city built a 12,000 seat area that has hosted everything from PBR events, hockey and indoor football, to concerts with names like Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks and Elton John. The city is also home to a new indoor aquatic center, indoor ice skating facility, basketball arena, and an indoor tennis complex. There is no shortage of places to eat either. Not only is Sioux Falls home to many familiar restaurant chains, it’s known for many great locally-owned restaurants. And if you want to get away for the weekend, you can drive to Omaha in three hours, Minneapolis in four and the Black Hills in five.

KSFY / KDLT is an award-winning television operation serving viewers in the eastern half of South Dakota as well as portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa. The stations operate from a new studio in downtown Sioux Falls as one re-branded organization called Dakota News Now. The facilities put Dakota News Now on the cutting edge of television and news gathering technology, making it one of the most state-of-the-art television stations in the market and the region. The Dakota News Now team produces 36 hours of news each week. Some of our employees have been here for more than 25 years. For others, this is their first job out of college. It’s a great mix that gives us different perspectives while covering the news. People here enjoy the work they do, and everyone steps up to the plate during major news events like breaking news and severe weather.

Learn more about Dakota News Now & Sioux Falls here : https : / / www.dakotanewsnow.com / page / ksfykdlt-careers /

Job Summary / Description :

The Creative Services Producer will be involved in all media aspects of commercial production with local businesses. They will also assist in additional production involving promoting image brand of Dakota News Now. Production promoting other events participated through the company can be included to the annual workflow.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Work closely with Creative Services Director, Creative Staff, Sales / Marketing Team and Local Business owners in various productions.
• Manage multiple jobs simultaneously that are produced on schedule
• Write Scripts, Shoot and Edit video Commercials / Special Programming at a high professional standard
• Graphic / Animation Design for on-air / print / digital platforms

Qualifications / Requirements :

Degree in Mass Communications, Video Editing, or similar degree of study

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https : / / gray.tv / careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

KSFY-TV / Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info :

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Qualifications Education Preferred

Bachelors

Licenses & Certifications Preferred

Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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