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Creative Services Writer/Producer (Part Time) - KIRO TV

Location: 

Seattle, WA, US, 98121

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Title:  Creative Services Writer/Producer (Part Time) - KIRO TV

 

Position Overview

Are you a Promotion Writer/Producer who excels at marketing a great news brand?  Do you like to write, shoot, edit and produce a wide variety of content for a large range of topics? If so, this position is for you!

 

KIRO 7 and Cox Media Group is seeking a talented creative who can take the lead on projects that cut through the clutter and drive results. We’re in search of someone with a positive, can-do attitude, and ambition to learn and grow with a talented and supportive group of producers. You will be surrounded by a collaborative team that wants to win, and values your expertise, passion, and creativity.  

 

Come experience the incredible beauty of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, the exciting atmosphere of a winning station and take your career to that next level, with the BEST media company in the country!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Write and Produce daily news topicals in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
  • Write, shoot and produce Investigative Special Report Promos and Proof of Brand(POBs) and Image promos.
  • Write, shoot and produce PSA’s, station sponsored events, sales promotions, and syndicated promotions.
  • Will assist Client Services in the writing/producing of commercials, and other sales projects when necessary.
  • Produce compelling, targeted, and research driven promotion at all times.
  • Embrace the use of process language, and sell brand distinction in Topicals, Special Report and Image Promotion.
  • Create multi-platform marketing campaigns developing creative for streaming, digital and social channels.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience working in Creative Services or the newsroom at a television station
  • Have hands-on experience with a local news product
  • Be a creative writer, photographer and video editor
  • Experience in graphic design, as it relates to producing compelling/eye-catching promos maximizing effectiveness of graphic elements in the production
  • Be able to have flexible hours to meet high volume demands in and out of sweep periods
  • Be willing to work extended hours when necessary to meet tight deadlines
  • Avid, and or Premiere, After Affects, and Photoshop experience, as well as videography experience
  • Prefer experience using iNews and WideOrbit 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Production, Marketing or Broadcast-related field preferred

The wage scale for this position is $34.91 per hour to $36.08 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a variety of factors such as skills, certifications, and relevant work experience.   

 

Benefits for Full-Time roles include: 

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner). 

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts 

  • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment) 

  • Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options  

  • Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law. 

  • Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. 

  • Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2025 

  • Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave  

  • Employee assistance program 

  • All other benefits required by applicable law 

 

About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 49 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 10 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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