Spot Producer/Director II – Cox Media

At Cox, we’re forward-thinking innovators who put people first. Our award-winning workplace culture is centered on inclusion and kindness, and we’re looking for people to join our mission to be a force for good in the world. Come build a better future with us across automotive, communications, the environment and more.

We want to do everything we can to keep our employees safe and healthy. Therefore, where permitted by applicable law, you will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for this U.S.-based job. Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will of course be considered.

Keep reading to learn more about this opportunity to join the Cox family of businesses.

The Spot Producer/Director is responsible for collaborating with client-focused team personnel to brainstorm ideas for creative, develop project, and execute production.  The responsibilities include:

•    Works with sales consultant and client to establish key marketing objectives, production needs and proposed budget. 
•    Prepares production quotes for assigned projects and obtains appropriate approvals. 
•    Leads creative process and develops concepts within the established client budget which may include storyboards, scripts, etc. and obtains approvals at appropriate points. 
•    Creates and streamlines processes that ensure a timely follow through of production orders from initial contact to project delivery. 
•    Acts as creative consultant to sales consultant, sales leadership and client throughout the production process. 
•    Manages each project to identify resources, assign responsibilities/tasks, oversee execution and ensure timely delivery to client. 
•    Develops and creates original local commercials, public service announcements, in-house and corporate videos.
•    Edits commercials to improve and refine elements so the finished product conforms to specific quality standards and time requirements.
•    Coordinates talent, props, special equipment and shoot locations through the Production Manager or Production Supervisor.
•    Plans, organizes, instructs crew and talent, selects camera shots, implements proper lighting patterns and audio/mic techniques, coordinates and schedules pre- and post-production with clients and other appropriate personnel.
•    Organizes, schedules, and completes pre and post production meetings, script writing, coordinating voice over talent, directing on camera talent, lighting scenes in studio and field, camera operation, graphic design, editing and compression for commercials, PSAs, and other programs.
•    Archive and maintain raw footage as well as final masters
•    Video Compressions, label tapes/media or perform minor maintenance on edit suite equipment or field gear. Maintains and organizes studio and video gear assets.
•    Supports production needs of Cox Communications Marketing, Community Affairs and Leadership on an as-needed basis.
•    Concept and create digital banners for online display advertising, both static and interactive video banners.

•    Experience shooting HD/4K footage for commercial, long form and commercial campaigns. 

Qualifications:

Required:
•    HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience; Technical certification or Associates degree may be preferred and/or required in some areas; 
•    3+ years of experience in related area of responsibility, proficient with software programs such as Adobe Creative Suite including, Premiere, Photoshop and After Effects. 
•    Thorough command of studio and field production process and techniques.

Preferred: 

•    Creative track record of graphic design and/or advertising demonstrated through portfolio of work
•    2+ years with graphic design experience in online or similar environments
•    Experience in non-linear editing and working with various digital formats to support instruction and guidance of the editing of productions.
•    Some experience with HTML5 and/or CSS (not required)

Who We Are

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

About Cox 

We are the Cox family of businesses. We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.  Our primary divisions – Cox Communications and Cox Automotive – are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.  We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.  We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).  For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.  

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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