Live News Video Editor (Evenings & Weekends)

Hubbard Broadcasting Inc.; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KSTP-TV, a Hubbard Broadcasting Inc. station in Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN, is seeking a full-time video editor for a live produced show. You will edit audio and video to high standards and handle live feeds, deadlines and tight schedules in a dynamic newsroom environment.

Proficiency with Beta SX editing equipment and Final Cut Pro (V.7) or similar tools is required, with AVID experience a plus. Weekend and shift work, plus a valid license, are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalency.
• One-year experience editing videotape for daily newscasts or related field.
• Proficient with Beta SX editing equipment and Final Cut Pro (V.7) or similar; willingness to train.
• AVID experience is helpful.
• Willing to work weekends, nights, early mornings, holidays and overtime as needed.
• Ability to work under extreme deadline pressure with professionalism.
• Reasonable typing skills.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record will be checked.

Responsibilities

• Edit video to a high standard of accuracy, balance and ethics.
• Operate Beta videotape decks and digital NLE, on Mac/Windows.
• Take/send feeds from field trucks, NBC, and other news organizations.
• Manage time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
• Clean and maintain edit booths and equipment; strong file management.
• Communicate clearly with reporters, anchors, producers and editors.

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalency

Tools

Beta SX editing equipment

Final Cut Pro (V.7)

AVID

Job description

KSTP-TV, a Hubbard Broadcasting Inc. station in Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN, is seeking a full-time video editor for a live produced show. You will edit audio and video to high standards and handle live feeds, deadlines and tight schedules in a dynamic newsroom environment.

Proficiency with Beta SX editing equipment and Final Cut Pro (V.7) or similar tools is required, with AVID experience a plus. Weekend and shift work, plus a valid license, are expected.