Freelance Editor

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Experience in television news is required (3+ years). A working knowledge of NLE platforms is needed; Grass Valley EDIUS is a plus. No phone calls, team-oriented newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of television editing experience.
• Strong storytelling ability and newsroom collaboration.
• Working knowledge of NLE platforms; Grass Valley EDIUS a plus.

Responsibilities

• Edit and assemble compelling news stories for CBS 13 and CBS News broadcasts.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers to craft clear, impactful packages for air.

Skills

TV editing

Storytelling

Tools

Grass Valley EDIUS

Job description

The CBS owned and operated duopoly in West Sacramento has an immediate opening for a news editor to work for CBS 13 and our independent 31. Candidates should have a strong background in putting compelling stories together for our viewers. More than three years television news experience required. (Please do not apply if you do not have a background in television news). Candidates should have a working knowledge of NLE platforms (GRASS VALLEY EDIUS is a plus). Candidates should be flexible enough to work morning's, nights and weekends at a moment's notice. We're looking for storytellers and team players. You must be very creative and have a passion for news. No phone calls please.

Qualifications

• 3 Years television experience editing