Sinclair Broadcast Group - Arlington, VA

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Arlington, VA
101-250 employees
Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

Sinclair Broadcast Group's Capitol Hill bureau is seeking a talented News Video Editor who is a creative visual storyteller. This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines on a weekly basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for covering a variety of assignments, including day-to-day general news, in-depth features, and investigative stories, with a particular focus on issues related to Congress and the White House. The News Video Editor will edit video content for both broadcast and digital platforms, ensuring that the final product is engaging and informative. Strong editing skills in non-linear editing systems are essential, as is experience in implementing creative graphics. The ability to work efficiently under pressure is crucial, as the role often involves tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude are also important attributes for this position. A genuine passion for storytelling is a must, as the editor will play a key role in shaping the narrative of the news stories covered. In this fast-paced environment, the News Video Editor will need to demonstrate creativity in storytelling and possess the technical knowledge required to operate editing and video equipment effectively. The role may also require working during breaking news events, necessitating flexibility in scheduling, including some nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Edit video for broadcast and digital platforms.
  • Cover day-to-day general news, in-depth features, and investigative assignments.
  • Implement creative graphics in video content.
  • Work efficiently under deadline pressure.
  • Demonstrate creativity in storytelling.
  • Execute during breaking news events.

Requirements

  • At least three (3) years of video editing experience required.
  • Experience editing broadcast news packages under daily deadlines is preferred.
  • Experience with non-linear editing systems like AVID, Adobe Premiere, or Final Cut Pro.
  • Basic graphics skills.
  • Strong interest in news.
  • Be an aggressive team-player who can produce great stories under tight deadlines.
  • Technical knowledge of editing and video equipment is required.
  • Ability to execute during breaking news events.
  • Ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends.

Benefits

  • Great benefits
  • Open door policy
  • Upward mobility
  • Strong desire to see you succeed
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