Live News Technical Director & Video Editor

KRGV; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KRGV-TV5 in Weslaco, Texas has the following vacancy: Technical Director/Video Editor. This role will technically direct live newscasts for KRGV 5.1 and supervise on-air production workflows. Responsibilities include directing various newscasts, collaborating with News Producers, APs, master control, and editors.

Prior experience with Sony XVS 8000 and Ross Carbonite switchers is preferred. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Technical Director/Video Editor.
• Strong background in lighting, shooting, technical directing, and non-linear editing.
• Edit news stories for daily newscasts.
• Ability to work under pressure and various shifts/holidays.
• Knowledge of Master Control operations.

Responsibilities

• Technically direct a variety of newscasts.
• Work with News Producers, APs, Technical Directors, and master control operations.
• Perform pre- and post-production editing and studio camera work.
• Operate during live broadcasts using Sony XVS 8000 and Ross Carbonite switchers.

Skills

Technical directing

Video editing

Shooting

Lighting

Non-linear editing

Under pressure

Tools

Sony XVS 8000

Ross Carbonite switcher

Job description

KRGV-TV5 in Weslaco, Texas has the following vacancy: Technical Director/Video Editor. This role will technically direct live newscasts for KRGV 5.1 and supervise on-air production workflows. Responsibilities include directing various newscasts, collaborating with News Producers, APs, master control, and editors.

Prior experience with Sony XVS 8000 and Ross Carbonite switchers is preferred. This is a full-time position.