Creative Services Producer KTVQ

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for promoting great content and connecting with audiences? KTVQ in Billings, Montana is looking for a hands-on video producer responsible for creating compelling commercial and marketing content across broadcast and digital platforms. The primary focus of this position is commercial production, partnering with Sales and local clients to develop effective advertising from concept through completion. The Producer works directly with clients and sales staff to develop ideas and is responsible for writing, producing, directing, shooting, editing, and delivering commercial content for broadcast and digital advertising. 

The position also supports station marketing initiatives, including news and station image campaigns, promotional content, sponsored initiatives, community projects, sports programming, traffic logs, and other brand-related creative needs. 

The ideal candidate is a strong visual storyteller who can balance client objectives with creative execution, manage multiple projects and deadlines, and produce high-quality work across a variety of platforms. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO: 

• Work collaboratively with Sales and clients to develop effective creative concepts and advertising solutions. 
• Lead assigned commercial projects from concept through final delivery. 
• Participate in client and pre-production meetings to understand business objectives, target audiences, key messages, offers, brand requirements, and desired calls to action. 
• Conceptualize, write, produce, direct, shoot, and edit commercials for broadcast and digital platforms. 
• Coordinate production logistics, including locations, talent, equipment, scheduling, and other production needs. 
• Produce promotional and marketing content supporting the station's brand, news programming, digital platforms, community initiatives, sports, and other strategic priorities. 
• Write, shoot, edit, and produce station image and promotional content. 
• Stay current with video production, editing, motion graphics, digital content, AI workflows, and emerging creative tools 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: 

• BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience 
• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred 
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits. 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING: 

• Writing or editing skills in local broadcast preferred 
• Proven understanding of professional broadcasting marketing, promotions and creative services 
• Understanding of media audience ratings 
• Working knowledge of current creative suite for product development 
• Superb attention to detail, time management skills, and strong communication skills 
• Knowledge of post-production television editing suites, with emphasis on Adobe Creative Suite 
• Skilled in working with camera, audio and light equipment 
• Working knowledge of MAC systems 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY: 

OUR TEAM: We have hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, gamers, hunters, fishing enthusiasts, beekeepers, travelers, boaters, community leaders, and every other mixture of diverse backgrounds, passions, and life experiences. We are a community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people who continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business. 

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY: Billings, MT, where outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the big small-town charm and quick access to national parks. Skiing is right outside your door, as well as an expansive 47 miles of walking and biking trails that surround the largest city in Montana. There is no better place to hit the trails than in Montana's Trailhead. Billings offers hundreds of acres of city parks. Ride or walk along the legendary Yellowstone River, take in the forever views from Swords Park, or head west to a wilder landscape near Zimmerman Trail. The Magic City lives up to its name with culture and arts, including plentiful shopping, a theater, restaurants, and famous local brew pubs. The vibrant economy fosters an entrepreneurial spirit and a medical hub that boasts a regional health care center and is home to two universities. Positioned as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park and Wyoming, excursions including the beautiful Big Horn Mountains and more, without the big city hassles, are abundant. It is no wonder Billings has been voted #24 of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in America, but don't worry, it is the humble, independent, and caring people who truly make Billings the Magic City to live, work, and play.
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