News Video Editor

Kpho Broadcasting - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Phoenix, AZ

101-250 employees

About the position

The News Video Editor at KPHO is responsible for editing videos across various media platforms, including broadcast, web, digital, and social. This role involves acquiring video feeds from multiple transmission sources and ensuring that field crews are prepared for air. The editor will also manage content within the content management system and assist in maintaining field operations equipment.

Responsibilities

• Edit videos for all media platforms and initiatives, including broadcast, web, digital, and social.
• Acquire video feeds from satellite, microwave, backpacks, and other transmission sources.
• Ensure field crews are ready for air, including making necessary IFB assignments.
• Route and record all feeds into the content management system.
• Maintain and retrieve assets in the content management and archive systems.
• Assist the Field Operations Manager in maintaining field operations equipment and related workflows.
• Communicate effectively to prepare for and execute all team responsibilities.
• Work 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.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a great group of people.
• Training and development opportunities.