Posted 8 months ago
News Editor
AR, Little RockRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
Operates editing equipment to assemble raw footage into finished newscasts, trims and sequences scenes, adds audio and visual effects, and collaborates with production staff to meet broadcast deadlines.
About this role
The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.
- Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
- Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
- Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect
- Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots
- Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
- Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story
- Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects.
- Maintains editing equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- High school diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Proficiency with video editing equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Skills
Computer Editing SystemsCopiersDigital Video Effects UnitsElectronic Titling SystemsFax MachinesOffice EquipmentScannersTelephonesVideo Editing EquipmentVideo Switching Equipment
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