Assistant Post-Production Editor - Part Time

Western New York Public Broadcasting Association; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan with 7.5% employer map

Free parking

Job summary

Buffalo Toronto Public Media seeks an Assistant Post-Production Editor to support post-production workflows for broadcast and digital content. The role involves organizing media, editing video and audio, and assisting editors and producers for broadcast, digital, and social delivery.

It is primarily on-site with a potential hybrid arrangement. The candidate will edit content for broadcast and digital platforms, ingest/transcode media, log footage, prep media for transcription, and coordinate

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent two years of experience.
• Proven skills in video production and digital video editing software (Avid, Adobe).
• Time management with ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Familiarity with current digital and social platforms.
• MS Office or similar programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Organized and able to work independently.
• Collaborates well across levels of the organization.
• Stays current on trends in video post-production.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Edit short- and long-form video and audio for broadcast and digital platforms (YouTube, Instagram, BTPM apps).
• Ingest and transcode media for post-production editors.
• Log footage for editors and producers.
• Prep media for transcription.
• Log and organize legacy and institutional footage.
• Coordinate with design and animation for post-production edits.
• Collaborate with Production Coordinator to meet deliverable requirements.
• Perform live edit duties for replay in live broadcasts.

Skills

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Familiarity with digital platforms

Education

Associate degree in film/media production or related field

Tools

Avid Media Composer

Adobe Suite

After Effects

Job description

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local source for television and radio -

BTPM PBS, BTPM PBS KIDS, BTPM Create, BTPM NPR, BTPM Classical, and BTPM The Bridge!

We reach Western New York and Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device.

Engaging our communities through exploration and entertainment-everywhere.

We're looking for an Assistant Post-Production Editor!

What you'll be doing:

The Assistant Post-Production Editor supports the post-production process for BTPM broadcast and digital content. This position prepares, organizes and manages media; performs assigned video and audio editing; and assists editors and producers in delivering high-quality content across broadcast, digital and social platforms. This position is primarily on-site but may be hybrid - a blend of remote and in-office work.

In summary, this individual will:

• Edit short- and long-form video and audio content for a variety of platforms, including broadcast and digital (e.g. YouTube, Instagram, BTPM apps)
• Ingest and transcode media for post-production editor
• Log footage for editor and producers
• Prep media for transcription
• Log and organize BTPM legacy and institutional footage
• Coordinate with graphic design and animation as needed for post-production edits
• Collaborate with Production Coordinator to understand and meet all deliverable requirements
• Perform live edit duties in replay form for live broadcasts

What you'll need:

• Minimum of an associate degree in film/media production, or related field, OR equivalent two (2) years of experience (internship experience is acceptable)
• Displays technical aptitude and proven skills in video production and digital video editing software such as Avid Media Composer and Adobe Suite; After Effects preferred
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to follow detailed instructions
• Familiarity of current and emerging digital and social platforms
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office or similar programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be well organized and capable of working independently
• Contributes to the team positively and professionally; collaborates and communicates well with all levels of the organization
• Stays current on new trends and technologies related to video post-production
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Why BTPM?

Because we're awesome! You won't find a better group of talented, energetic people dedicated to quality content and reaching the various communities of our region. We are proud of our culture and promote a realistic balance of both work and personal life. Our benefits package is fantastic and we have free parking!

Salary and Benefits:

This is a part-time, non-exempt hourly position and hours of work are based on operational need approximately 20 hours/week, typically Monday through Friday. Starting pay will be based on education, experience and interview.

Starting range: $17.57- $21.96

• Sick time (accrued)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with 7.5% employer match (based on eligibility)

Buffalo Toronto Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culture of belonging and inclusion.