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Creative Services Producer & Mascot

Nexstar

Colorado Springs, CO 06-07-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
The SOCO CW Creative Services Producer & Mascot will be a highly motivated and creative individual. This position will be responsible for producing effective on-air promotional spots, digital marketing and special projects along with duties associated with performing as the CW Mascot.

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with Creative Services Director to conceive, write, produce, and edit compelling on-air promos and image campaigns either independently or as a team
• Work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and ensure that assigned projects are delivered on time
• Push the creative envelope to new heights while adhering to brand guidelines
• Produce client sponsored promotional content, as assigned
• Perform as the SOCO CW Mascot at community events, sales sponsored events and promotional events, plus update SOCOCW social sites written as the mascot
• Update CW daily network promos, update CW episodic promos, social media updates/manage content on SOCOCW.COM, place spots on commercial inventory log daily
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

Producer Requirements & Skills:
• Minimum 3 years of on-air promotion experience as a writer/producer/editor for a local station or cable network working in a news environment
• Must have ability to work daytime hours regularly and flexible hours including weekends when needed
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to provide a reel of work examples -- include a web address with your resume or cover letter.
• Strong skills with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop
• Strong image and promotion writing
• Video capture skills utilizing Sony, Canon, and JVC Cameras
• Working knowledge of lighting and audio gear
• Possess excellent communication, presentation, organization, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully interact with all departments

Mascot Requirements & Skills:
• Engaging personality
• A professional demeanor that adheres to the SOCO CW brand
• Ability to perform as a mascot in front of audiences
• Ability to perform mascot actions (ie. Standing, jumping, running, kneeling, reaching, hopping, bending, waving hands/arms, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds without or without assistance
• Work outdoors with exposure to varying temperatures

COMPENSATION RANGE:

Annual Salary: $35,000.00 - and up, commensurate with experience

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-re87k1-216-73-216-180-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.