Commercial Writer/Producer

4 weeks ago


Edmonton AB, Canada Corus Entertainment Inc Full time
Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.

Our culture and our people are what make us, US.

We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to be part of people's lives. Our award-winning culture is an expression of who we are, what we do, and how we thrive. Our values describe our culture in action. They outline how we achieve our goals, work together, engage with partners, and interact in our communities. At Corus, we Win Together, Think Beyond, Make it Happen, Learn Every Day and Show We Care.

Ready to join US?

Division: Creative Services
Work Status: Temporary Full Time ( Parental leave coverage)
Location: Global Edmonton ( combination of onsite/remote work)

Do you seek to generate the next big idea in video creative but also have the know-how and calm mindset to juggle multiple deadlines, budgets, and resource requirements? If you know how to use video production to make clients happy and win the hearts & minds of viewers, you might just be the person we’re looking to join our team

About the Role:

Global Edmonton is currently seeking a Commercial Writer/Producer to join their Corus Creative Services team. This position is temporary full-time for parental leave coverage, and will be primarily responsible for the production of commercial creative and will report to the Manager of Creative Services.

Corus Creative Services is an experienced team of Writers, Producers, Directors, Voice Artists, Editors, Graphic Artists, Audio & Camera Technicians. We are experts in developing effective customized advertising and marketing campaigns across all platforms. We offer our clients a full-service production facility for the creation of multiple length television and radio commercials, corporate videos, public service announcements, promotion and contesting, image/brand campaigns, multi-platform on-line/videos, long format programming and more. The successful candidate will work in an extremely competitive market and join our award-winning team… Edmonton’s most complete in-house production center.

This is group F in the Collective Agreement.

You will contribute by:

The following is a paraphrase of the primary functions and does not outline all the duties and responsibilities for this position. The successful candidate will:

  • Support account representatives and prospective clients with all Pre-Production, Production and Post-Production requirements.
  • Meet, present, and sell production concepts with prospective clients and account representatives as needed.
  • Provide achievable creative concepts and establish processes to develop, write, produce, and direct the production of various creative types to meet client needs for both short and long form broadcast material.
  • Multitask, formulate, develop, implement, and complete creative projects on tight timelines.
  • Balance creative concepts with designated budget and resource restrictions.
  • Understand industry rate cards and the quoting process with an eye and confidence to increasing production revenue when possible.
  • Provide prospective clients with written quotes, workback schedules, story boards, pre-production booklets and overall pre-planning as required.
  • Complete monthly invoices, summaries and reports as required.
  • Have exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Have an exceptional knowledge of the production process including but not limited to well-honed creative writing skills, production processes/planning, casting, familiarity with HD and SD formats, directing EFP and Studio shoots, familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro Editing, animation, motion graphics, directing voice over talent, sound design etc.

Skills and experience you bring:

The successful candidate will:

  • Have a minimum of 5 years of proven success in television commercial production, working directly with clients and a Sales team.
  • Have post-secondary education in television broadcasting or equivalent.
  • Be professional and collaborative with excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
  • Have proven success developing client relationships.
  • Have a general understanding of project accounting and budgeting.
  • Be able to work seven days a week and will be flexible about working longer than an 8-hour day or over weekends, depending on the client’s production needs.
  • Have a willingness to learn new equipment and software programs for production.
  • Be able to travel when required.
  • Have a valid driver’s license.

Application Deadline: May 28th, 2024

Every day, we work hard to become an even more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that supports the well-being of our people and makes a positive difference in our communities. Want to learn more? Have a look at our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and Sustainability Report for more information on our approach to People, Planet and Responsibility.

We want our workforce to reflect the full diversity of communities across Canada.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.Please let your recruiter or the hiring manager know if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or email us in confidence at accessibility@corusent.com .

How to Apply :If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'.

*No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

  • Job Function 04-Advertising Creative, Design & Production
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Edmonton, AB, Canada Corus Entertainment Inc Full time

    Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. They outline how we achieve our goals, work together, engage with...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Full time

    Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production Edmonton, AB, Canada Req #3458 Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.  Our...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Inc Full time

    Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us,...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Inc Full time

    Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us,...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Inc Full time

    Commercial Writer/Producer (Edm)-Commercial Production Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us,...


  • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.Our culture and our people are what make us, US.We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to...


  • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day.Our culture and our people are what make us, US.We have a passion to connect with the world around us: to express, to share, to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us, US. **We have a passion to connect with the world around us**: to express, to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us, US. **We have a passion to connect with the world around us**: to express, to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us, US. **We have a passion to connect with the world around us**: to express, to...


  • Edmonton, Canada Corus Entertainment Full time

    Corus is a driving force in the media industry with a diverse portfolio of strong brands that entertain and inform audiences through great storytelling and compelling content, reaching millions of people around the world every day. Our culture and our people are what make us, US. **We have a passion to connect with the world around us**: to express, to...


  • Edmonton, AB, Canada ATRIUM Full time

    We are growing and now looking for a talented Content Writer . This offer is for an in-office , full-time, salaried position in Edmonton AB . - For over 23 years, ATRIUM has been an innovative digital marketing agency focused on delivering consistent marketing results for Marketing Managers and Business Leaders across North America using our...

  • Commercial Producer

    5 days ago


    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada DGA Careers Full time

    Our client is looking for a Commercial Producer who has a strong sales skillset or network and who believes in earning their keep. They offer an opportunity for thoroughbred salespeople to do what they do best and to reap the benefits of their own hard work. Our client works in conjunction with one of the largest privately held commercial insurance...

  • Commercial Producer

    5 days ago


    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada DGA Careers Full time

    Our client is looking for a Commercial Producer who has a strong sales skillset or network and who believes in earning their keep. They offer an opportunity for thoroughbred salespeople to do what they do best and to reap the benefits of their own hard work. Our client works in conjunction with one of the largest privately held commercial insurance...

  • Content Writer

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, AB, Canada ATRIUM Full time

    Join our exciting and growing team at ATRIUM! We are growing and now looking for a talented Content Writer . This offer is for an in-office , full-time, salaried position in Edmonton AB . - For over 23 years, ATRIUM has been an innovative digital marketing agency focused on delivering consistent marketing results for Marketing Managers and Business...

  • Content Writer

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, AB, Canada ATRIUM Full time

    Join our exciting and growing team at ATRIUM! We are growing and now looking for a talented Content Writer.This offer is for an in-office, full-time, salaried position in Edmonton AB.-For over 23 years, ATRIUM has been an innovative digital marketing agency focused on delivering consistent marketing results for Marketing Managers and Business Leaders across...

  • Content Writer

    4 weeks ago


    Edmonton, AB, Canada ATRIUM Full time

    Join our exciting and growing team at ATRIUM! We are growing and now looking for a talented Content Writer.This offer is for an in-office, full-time, salaried position in Edmonton AB.-For over 23 years, ATRIUM has been an innovative digital marketing agency focused on delivering consistent marketing results for Marketing Managers and Business Leaders across...


  • Red Deer, AB, Canada DGA Careers Full time

    Our client is looking for a Commercial Producer who has a strong sales skillset or network and who believes in earning their keep. Our client works in conjunction with one of the largest privately held commercial insurance brokerages in the world which means their producers have access to a wide range of resources designed to help them be as effective as...


  • Edmonton, Canada Outlier Full time

    FOR FLUENT THAI WRITERS ONLY Are you interested in helping to train AI models to become better writers? How it works: We have several open projects where we are looking for talented writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models to become better writers. You can work on all of our projects remotely.Hours are flexible, so you can work...


  • Edmonton, Canada Soul of Canada Full time

    Company Description: Soul of Canada is an award-winning Alberta-based collective of passionate writers, researchers, historians, and visual artists. Producing historical material in a variety of formats ranging from calendars and framed archival photographs to books, digital media, and even film, our diverse talents and company capabilities create...