• Sr. Content Creator

    Sinclair Broadcast Group (Baltimore, MD)


    **WBFF/WNUV is seeking a Sr. Content Creator.** The person will be responsible for conceptualizing, creating, shooting and editing cutting edge commercials for our clients. Live production experience is a plus.

    Responsibilities:

    + Direct and shoot local commercials and PSAs in-studio and on location using MILC (mirrorless) and other prominent camera types.

    + Edit commercials, PSAs and occasional long-form videos

    + Manage commercial productions from start to finish

    + Prepare graphics, footage, and other assets for projects

    + Operate studio equipment including lights, cameras, audio, chromakey walls, etc for studio productions

    + Format and distribute projects to Sales team, Master Control (air) and Digital (CTV).

    + Coordinate and produce field shoots

    + Edit packages for local Lifestyle program segments as needed

    + Attend production and training meetings as needed

    + Participate in station sponsored promotional events

    + Perform duties of other team members in their absence

    + Other responsibilities as assigned

    Requirements:

    + Proficiency and experience editing is required (Adobe Premiere Pro preferred).

    + Experience with other Adobe Creative Suite software (Photoshop, After Effects) strongly preferred

    + 2-5 years paid experience in commercial or video production

    + A strong understanding of fundamental design, sense of color, typography, and composition

    + Strong project management skills and a proven track record for seeing projects through from start to client approval

    + Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, including media management and encoding video to various formats

    + Ability to maintain a variety of projects and work with varying production styles while employing strong client service skills

    + Advanced knowledge of High-definition (HD) and 4k cameras (MILC preferred) and videography, motion graphics and standard lighting techniques

    + Ability to maintain digital assets, archives and edit systems

    + Superb attention to detail, time management skills, and strong communication abilities

    + Proven ability to work collaboratively with sales, clients, and the creative services team

    + Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills are a must

    + Willingness to periodically work different shifts, some weekends, and evenings

    + Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record

    + The ability to routinely lift, carry, and move equipment in excess of 40 lbs

    + A Bachelor’s college degree in Communications or related field

     

    The hourly compensation range for this role is $23.21 to $29.01. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

     

    Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    About Us

     

    Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

     

    About the Team

     

    The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.