Creative TV Commercial Producer & Director

KTVN 2 News Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. in Reno seeks a Commercial Producer/Director to collaborate with Marketing Specialists to concept, write, shoot, and edit high‑quality local TV commercials, ensuring client messages fit budgets and schedules.

You will manage production timelines, coordinate with clients and internal teams, operate and/or supervise camera and editing workflows, and support on‑location shoots, including occasional nights or weekends.

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 100 lbs. to support on-location shoots.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to occasionally work nights or weekends.

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.

Job description

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. in Reno seeks a Commercial Producer/Director to collaborate with Marketing Specialists to concept, write, shoot, and edit high‑quality local TV commercials, ensuring client messages fit budgets and schedules.

You will manage production timelines, coordinate with clients and internal teams, operate and/or supervise camera and editing workflows, and support on‑location shoots, including occasional nights or weekends.