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Collin College

Facilitate meetings with clients and creative services staff to review project requests, establish priorities, and monitor project progress. Collaborate with Communications staff to coordinate ...

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Creative Services Trainee

Atlanta, GA

The Creative Services Trainee position offers hands-on experience in preparation for a full-time role at a broadcast TV station, focusing on creative development and multimedia production for FOX 5's ...

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Creative Services Manager

Kansas City, MO · On-site

The Creative Services Manager will lead our design team and drive innovative packaging solutions for our clients. You'll oversee the creative process from concept to production, ensuring high-quality ...

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How much do creative services jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative services in the United States is $86,351.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are creative services?

Creative services refer to a broad range of professional services that focus on conceptualizing, designing, and producing visual or multimedia content to support marketing, branding, and communication goals. This can include graphic design, copywriting, video production, web design, and advertising campaigns. Creative services teams work with clients or internal departments to deliver visually appealing and effective materials that help promote a brand, product, or message. These services are commonly found within advertising agencies, marketing firms, and in-house corporate teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Creative Services, and why are they important?

To excel in Creative Services, you need a strong background in design principles, branding, and project management, often supported by a degree in graphic design, marketing, or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with digital asset management systems are typically required. Exceptional communication, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams are standout soft skills. These competencies are essential for delivering high-impact visual content that meets client objectives and supports overall brand strategy.

What is the difference between Creative Services vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative ServicesGraphic Designer
CredentialsVaries; often includes degrees in marketing, advertising, or related fieldsTypically requires a degree or certification in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams within marketing, advertising, or media agenciesDesign studios, corporate in-house teams, or freelance settings
Industry UsageUsed across advertising, marketing, branding, and media companiesPrimarily in branding, advertising, publishing, and digital media

Creative Services is a broad department that manages various creative projects, including branding, advertising, and multimedia. A Graphic Designer focuses specifically on creating visual content like logos, layouts, and illustrations. While graphic design is a key component of Creative Services, the latter encompasses a wider range of roles and responsibilities.

How does a Creative Services professional typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

Creative Services professionals work closely with various teams, such as marketing, sales, product development, and communications, to develop and deliver visual and written materials that align with the company’s branding and messaging. Collaboration often involves participating in brainstorming sessions, gathering input from stakeholders, and responding to feedback to ensure that creative assets meet strategic goals. Effective communication and project management skills are essential, as Creative Services often juggle multiple projects and tight deadlines while coordinating with multiple departments.
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Infographic showing various Creative Services job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,351 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Creative Services Director

Hearst Newspapers

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Creative Services Director

KMBC 9 and KCWE 29, the Hearst-owned ABC and CW affiliates in Kansas City, are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Creative Services Director.  This is a rare and compelling opportunity to join an award-winning station with a long-standing track record of excellence, while building a career in one of America's most livable and exciting cities.  Our current Creative Services Director is moving on to a larger Hearst Television market after eight successful years leading our creative efforts.  This role offers the chance to step into a well-respected, high-performing operation and continue to elevate a powerful local brand. The Creative Services Director must be a strong manager and brand storyteller who can drive impactful, research-driven marketing campaigns that connect the KMBC/KCWE brands with the Kansas City community across multiple platforms including television, digital, social, paid media, streaming, and OTT.  You will be a hands-on, forward-thinking leader who embraces the latest industry marketing trends while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.  You will elevate the look, feel, and voice of one of the market's leading news operations while inspiring and developing a high-performing, award-winning creative team.   Join Hearst Television, one of America's most respected multimedia companies, and help lead one of the Midwest's most trusted local media brands.

Why Kansas City?

Kansas City consistently ranks as one of the best places in America to live and work, offering the rare combination of big-city amenities with an exceptional quality of life.

  • Affordable Cost of Living:  Enjoy a lower cost of living compared to coastal markets, with affordable housing, short commutes, and a high standard of living.
  • Thriving Creative & Cultural Scene:  Home to a growing creative community, world-class arts institutions, live music, and nationally recognized museums.
  • Sports Town Energy:  From the Kansas City Chiefs to the Royals, Sporting KC, and college athletics, Kansas City's sports culture fuels year-round excitement and civic pride.
  • Food & Lifestyle Destination:  Famous for barbecue but celebrated far beyond it, Kansas City boasts an award-winning culinary scene, craft breweries, and vibrant neighborhoods.
  • Central Location:  Easy nationwide travel through a modern international airport and a location ideal for weekend getaways.
  • Family-Friendly & Community-Focused:  Strong neighborhoods, excellent schools, abundant parks, and a genuine sense of community.

This role offers not just the chance to lead creative excellence at a top-performing station but to build a life in a city that people genuinely love to call home.

Responsibilities

  • Create, lead, and execute the brand marketing strategies for KMBC 9, and associated digital platforms, including Very Local.
  • Partner closely with the KCWE Promotions Manager to ensure cohesive, strategic branding and promotion across both stations.
  • Develop innovative, multi-platform strategies to grow brand awareness, audience engagement, and ratings.
  • Oversee the creative team in producing brand-focused station image, news, weather, targeted special reports, daily topicals, digital/streaming, programming, and special event campaigns.
  • Oversee the Commercial Production team to ensure the creation of impactful, results-driven marketing for local advertisers.
  • Inspire, mentor, and grow the creative skillsets of the Creative Services and Commercial Production teams.
  • Serve as liaison with networks, syndicators, and the Director of Community Partnerships on promotional initiatives and station public service.
  • Manage promotional inventory across KMBC, digital platforms, and multicast channels.
  • Develop, manage, and monitor the annual department budget and expenses.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in television station marketing, promotion, or brand management.
  • Proven ability to lead creatively while using research and data to achieve station goals.
  • Strong writing, producing, and storytelling skills.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, videography, photography, WideOrbit, and ENPS.
  • Ability to conceive, evaluate, and refine creative concepts and graphic designs for internal and external branding.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with newsroom leadership and interdepartmental teams.
  • Valid driver's license (hire contingent on good driving record).
  • Relevant college degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
  • Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and related experience will be considered.
  • In-person attendance is required.

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 open 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

About Company

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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