Commercial Producer

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web mobile apps streaming and linear television. Together we are building a sustainable future for local news.

The Multi-Market Commercial Producer is responsible for leading and managing the production of commercial content from concept through completion for a range of clients. This role involves working closely with clients to understand their vision and needs overseeing project development managing budgets and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality productions on time and within budget.

Current drivers license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities:

• Client Management:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the commercial production process.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their goals and needs for commercial production.
• Provide creative direction and guidance to ensure the final product aligns with client objectives.

• Videography & Photography:
• Plan set up and execute video shoots for commercials and branded content ensuring top-notch quality and creativity.
• Capture high-quality still images as needed for projects or client campaigns.
• Operate a range of professional cameras lighting and other production equipment.

• Project Planning & Development:
• Develop and present creative concepts storyboards scripts and production strategies.
• Create and manage project timelines budgets and production schedules to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Work with internal teams freelancers and contractors as needed for project execution.

• Production Execution:
• Ability to shoot all aspects of video and content production including pre-production shooting post-production and final delivery.
• Monitor shoots troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with all legal safety and quality standards.
• Ability to edit all aspects of video.

• Budget Management:
• Prepare and manage production budgets including cost estimations negotiations with vendors and budget reconciliation.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficient resource allocation.

• Creative Direction:
• Provide input on creative elements such as visuals graphics animations and other components to achieve a high-impact commercial product.
• Ensure all content meets brand standards and reflects the clients vision and objectives.

• Post-Production Supervision:
• Oversee editing audio color grading and any special effects work.
• Ensure the final product meets client expectations and maintains high production values.
• Facilitate client reviews and make necessary revisions based on feedback.

• Collaboration & Communication:
• Collaborate with sales marketing and creative teams to align on project goals and client needs.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Equipment Management:
• Maintain transport and set up production equipment including cameras lighting and sound equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is in working order perform regular maintenance checks and troubleshoot any technical issues during shoots.
• Stay updated on new gear tools and technology that can enhance production quality.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree
• 3-5 years of experience in commercial production video production or related roles.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful commercial productions for clients.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in video production tools and software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro Final Cut Pro After Effects).
• Exceptional communication and client relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of industry trends and an eye for innovative content.
• Experience working with clients from various industries is preferred (e.g. retail home services healthcare legal)
• Familiarity with digital marketing and social media video production is preferred.
• Experience in scripting directing shooting and editing preferred.

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNAs 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctors appointments with a physician through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We areproud to be an equal opportunity employer hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race color religion national origin sex gender age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression family responsibilities disability medical condition enrollment in college or vocational school political affiliation military or veteran status citizenship status genetic information or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilitiesin accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application please email

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