Local News Editor: Visual Storytelling & Fast Edit

HEARST PROPERTIES, INC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Wellness Support

Job summary

KOAT, the ABC & CBS affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a News Editor. You will cover stories with a strong eye for visual storytelling and a passion for combining writing with compelling imagery and sound. Report to the News Operations Manager and edit under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality broadcasts.

The role requires proficiency in nonlinear editing software and collaboration with producers and reporters to shape PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, opens, teases and preproduction material.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nonlinear editing software.
• Proficiency editing with Adobe Premiere.
• Ability to juggle multiple editing assignments under strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of current video production techniques.
• Familiarity with mass communications law and media responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Edit stories, videos, and newscasts on tight deadlines.
• Maintain news archives.
• Operate electronic newsgathering equipment.
• Nonlinear editing using Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Avid, and Edius for newscasts and PKGs.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters and managers to produce high-quality stories.
• Ensure storage and organization of media files.
• Maintain standards for all edited material.
• Taking in ENG and SNG feeds.
• Assume other editing responsibilities as assigned by news managers.

Skills

Nonlinear editing

Deadline-driven editing

Video production concepts

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Avid

Edius

Job description

KOAT, the ABC & CBS affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a News Editor. You will cover stories with a strong eye for visual storytelling and a passion for combining writing with compelling imagery and sound. Report to the News Operations Manager and edit under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality broadcasts.

The role requires proficiency in nonlinear editing software and collaboration with producers and reporters to shape PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, opens, teases and preproduction material.