Sinclair Broadcast Group - Santa Monica, CA
posted 3 months ago
Sinclair, Inc. is seeking an Audio/Video Editor to join its expanding podcast portfolio. This role is crucial in bringing multi-channel programming to life, focusing on digital content, particularly podcasts. The ideal candidate will have a versatile production background and a strong passion for audio and video editing. The position requires experience in conceptualizing and executing both short and long-form video production, as well as editing and sound designing audio content. A comprehensive understanding of the entire production process, from inception to completion, is essential. Familiarity with social media platforms and YouTube, especially in the sports domain, is a significant advantage. Candidates are encouraged to provide samples of their editing work with their application. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-department teams to shape the overall look and sound of Sinclair's podcast portfolio. You will be responsible for developing technical setups, including audio and video hardware and software, both in-person and virtually. The position involves engineering and recording content, capturing and organizing media efficiently, and crafting visual elements such as graphics and title cards. You will assemble all episode elements, mix them cohesively, and master full episodes to completion. Additionally, you will create workflows to ensure production efficiency and educate both internal and external teams on best practices. Working closely with the social and marketing teams, you will create episode cutdowns for promotional purposes across various channels. You will make informed editorial decisions regarding content, episode length, and metadata to optimize audience growth. The role also includes executing sponsorship elements, uploading episodes to audio and video hosting platforms, inputting metadata, and scheduling publishing. You will assist in operating and maintaining the podcast studio space in Los Angeles and stay updated with the latest trends, software, and analytics to drive innovative content creation. Other duties may be assigned as needed.