NEWS VIDEO EDITOR (F/T) - KTVK/KPHO

Gray Television - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Phoenix, AZ

101-250 employees

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The News Video Editor at KTVK/KPHO is responsible for editing videos across various media platforms, including broadcast, web, digital, and social media. This role involves acquiring video feeds from multiple sources such as satellite, microwave, and backpacks, ensuring that field crews are prepared for air. The editor will also be tasked with routing and recording all feeds into the content management system, as well as maintaining and retrieving assets within the content management and archive systems. Additionally, the position requires assisting in the upkeep of field operations equipment. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Chief News Editor to enhance the overall editing workflow and ensure that all team responsibilities are executed effectively. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality news content to the audience and requires a strong understanding of current journalism standards and non-linear editing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Edits video for all media platforms and initiatives, including broadcast, web, digital, and social.
• Communicates effectively to prepare for and execute all team responsibilities.
• Works with the Chief News Editor to improve the overall editing workflow.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism/Production, Communications, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two years' experience working as a news video editor in a television news environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of non-linear editing.
• Familiarity with receiving video feeds from satellite, microwave, backpack, and other transmission sources preferred.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of current journalism standards.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.