Commercial Producer/Director

KTVN 2 News Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, and Vision Insurance

401K Contribution

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Producer/Director to work with Marketing Specialists to create high-quality TV commercials for local advertisers. You will write, shoot, and edit content that communicates clients' messages within budget and time constraints.

You will lead production from concept through delivery, coordinating with clients, station teams, and partners to ensure smooth, on-brand campaigns. The role requires flexibility with schedule and some after-hours work.

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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Marketing Specialists and clients to understand campaign goals.
• Conceptualize and write compelling commercial scripts using client input.
• 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.
• Present a cooperative and professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Participate in the production of both "2 Plus You Nevada" and News/Station promotional material.

Skills

Storytelling

Communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Safety awareness

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

TV production degree

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Cameras

Lighting

Audio

Editing systems

Illustrator

Photoshop

Animator

Job description

Commercial Producer/Director Department: Sales/Marketing

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.
• Present a cooperative and professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Participate in the production of both "2 Plus You Nevada" and News/Station promotional material.

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.
• Position requires frequent walking, including navigation of uneven outdoor terrain, situational awareness, and attention to safety.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to occasionally work nights or weekends.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Premiere Pro and After Effects).
• 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.
• Background in graphic design or visual effects and experience associated with creative software (i.e. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Animator) preferred

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
• Holiday Pay
• ...and more!

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