Creative Services Director Job at Hearst Communications, Inc. in Oklahoma City

KOCO-TV is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Creative Services Director to lead the station’s brand vision and execution. This role reports directly to the General Manager. The ideal candidate is a versatile, hands‑on creative leader with the ability to shoot, write, and edit, while working efficiently within Adobe Creative Suite. They must thrive in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously while elevating and maintaining the look, feel, and voice of a legacy brand. As the station’s brand manager, this individual will lead a team of three talented writers and producers, developing and executing targeted, research‑driven promotional campaigns across multiple platforms. These campaigns should strengthen KOCO-TV’s connection with its audience and drive measurable growth. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of brand growth, along with demonstrated experience building, mentoring, and inspiring high‑performing teams. Strategic thinking, creative innovation, and strong leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Job Responsibilities

Manage production of compelling image, sweeps and special event campaigns for all platforms

Schedule staff station community and promotional events

Responsible for the development and execution of station promotion for our linear platform, MeTV, KOCO.com and app along with Very Local Oklahoma

Supervise creative team in brand, image, and daily topical promotion

Produce on and off-air promotions

Special projects coordination & fulfillment

Produce effective news & programming promotion

Produce & post targeted social media marketing

Manage inventory for daily on-air logs as directed and as needed

Attend outside community functions or meetings

Identify and implement strategies for increasing station ratings and brand awareness

In-person attendance is required

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years in station marketing/promotion/brand management.

Wide Orbit and ENPS experience is a plus

Must have a winning attitude and a commitment to excellence and quality promotion

Must have proven skills of collaborating with News staff and station personnel

Must be highly creative, a compelling writer and be able to use research to meet station goals of growing an audience

Non-linear editing required; efficient in Adobe Creative Suite or similar application

Creative writing and conceptualization; able to craft compelling messages based on station research

Excellent verbal communication & strong writing skills

Detail oriented & organized

Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

Demonstrated personnel management and development skills

Graphic Skills preferred

Valid driver’s license (hire is contingent on good driving record)

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience

Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered

Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered

Values in Action
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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