Video Editor

$42,432 - $90,064/Yr

Spectrum - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

10,001+ employees

Telecommunications

About the position

The Video Editor is responsible for editing video packages that cover special content, politics, breaking news, and documentaries. This role involves ensuring high-quality video and sound, conceptualizing story presentations, and collaborating with correspondents and producers. The editor will also assist in training new editors and utilize various photographic equipment and software to enhance video content.

Responsibilities

• Edit video packages for special content, politics, breaking news, and documentaries.
• Transcode and convert content for editing.
• Format video and edit special opens, voice-overs, sound bites, and shows for air.
• Ensure all video and sound meet quality standards.
• Maintain and enhance established editorial tone and company image.
• Conceptualize story presentation with correspondents, photographers, and producers.
• Analyze subject material and select appropriate equipment and settings for filming.
• Assist in training new video editors.
• Use photo software to modify and create images that meet style requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in news editing.
• 2+ years of experience in long form/magazine/documentaries.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro CC.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with editing software and equipment.
• Ability to read video scopes and audio levels.
• Understanding of digital workflows and file-based delivery.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with Dalet newsroom software.
• National news experience preferred.
• Ability to write and speak Spanish.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive pay and benefits package
• Incentive-based compensation such as bonuses