We are seeking a strategic creative executive who understands how a media brand interacts with audiences anywhere and anytime. Reporting to the President and General Manager of WLS-TV, this executive will manage the station’s brand on all platforms and produce brand appropriate original content. This position requires expertise in data-focused, audience-based brand development and design, content creation and social media marketing, as well as experience in social listening, sales promotions, and influencer marketing.
What Will You Do:
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Manage the ABC7 brand on all platforms (on-air, online, mobile, etc.) through the development and execution of innovative creative and marketing campaigns.
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Leverage research and real time data analytics to launch timely social media campaigns that grow audience engagement with and emotional connection to the ABC7 brand, content and talent.
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Oversee the creative development and production of live event, original series and select short-form programming.
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Manage the station’s off-channel media budget and media buying agency.
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Grow the brand identity and relevance of ABC7 by developing and creating original, emotionally impactful content and touch points for our audiences
Required Qualifications and Skills:
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A demonstrated track record of managing the creative expression of a media brand on and off-air.
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Experience with, or deep understanding of, brand management across digital platforms (online, mobile, etc.), including social media.
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A strong understanding of how to use research and data analytics tools to drive audience engagement and media buying on all platforms.
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Experience supervising the development and production of live event and series programming.
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Excellent management skills and an ability to inspire a creative, positive, supportive, and encouraging work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working in the marketing and/or programming department at a local broadcast station.
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Experience producing original content that integrates sponsors and advertisers.
Additional Information:
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This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
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Reporting Location – Chicago, IL