Fox News Network - Chicago, IL

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL

About the position

Big Ten Network is seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented freelance video editor to join our freelance editing team. The ideal candidate has an extensive background in Adobe Premiere Pro, a team-first attitude, 2+ years of experience working in sports television, and a working knowledge of Big Ten sports. This position will be a hybrid position, with in-office presence strongly preferred for studio shows or other edits that benefit from quick communication or in-person teamwork. As a freelance video editor, you will be responsible for editing highlights, B-roll, montages, features, and any other content for Big Ten Network broadcast or departmental needs. You will also edit event cutdowns, often working late to overnight shifts on weekends. Additionally, you will serve as the liaison between the edit room and control room during Big Ten Network shows and live studio/game broadcasts as needed. The role requires flexibility to adjust to an ever-evolving production schedule and the ability to work closely with a team while also being capable of working with minimal supervision as needed. A high level of attention to detail, time management, and multitasking skills are essential, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. You will need to work in a fast-paced environment on tight deadlines and be able to understand and troubleshoot technical problems associated with editing as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Edit highlights, B-roll, montages, features, and any other content for Big Ten Network broadcast or departmental needs.
  • Edit event cutdowns, often working late to overnight shifts on weekends.
  • Serve as the liaison between the edit room and control room during Big Ten Network shows and live studio/game broadcasts as needed.

Requirements

  • 1+ years of experience as an editor on studio shows, live events, and event cutdowns.
  • Extensive experience with Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Experience mixing audio and color correction.
  • Flexible to adjust to an ever-evolving production schedule.
  • Capable of working nights, weekends, overnights, and holidays.
  • Capable of working closely with a team.
  • Capable of working with minimal supervision as needed.
  • High level attention to detail.
  • High level time management and multitasking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on tight deadlines.
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot technical problems associated with editing as needed.

Nice-to-haves

  • High school diploma or equivalency.
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcasting, Radio/TV/Film, or equivalent work experience.
  • Grass Valley Stratus experience.
  • iNews experience.
  • Knowledge of Big Ten sports.
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