News Editor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group's WTVC is seeking an experienced News Editor to craft compelling video for daily newscasts, specials, and sweeps. You will collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers to shape visual elements, ensuring timely delivery in a fast-paced newsroom.

The role requires a degree or relevant experience and familiarity with Final Cut Pro and Avid NewsCutter XP, with an emphasis on maintaining professionalism amid dynamic personalities.

Qualifications

• College degree or minimum one (1) year relative experience in the field.
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Avid NewsCutter XP editing technology is a definite plus.
• Ability to work with a multitude of people and personalities while maintaining a professional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period pieces
• Taking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations
• Collaborating with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts
• Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment

Skills

Video editing

Final Cut Pro

Avid NewsCutter XP

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Avid NewsCutter XP

Job description

WTVC has an excellent opportunity for an experienced, detail oriented and creative News Editor!

Job responsibilities include:

• Editing video for daily news coverage, special projects, and sweep period pieces
• Taking in news feeds from news bureaus and various news organizations
• Collaborating with anchors, reporters, and producers on video elements of newscasts
• Meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy working environment

Requirements and Qualifications:

• College degree or minimum one (1) year relative experience in the field
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Avid NewsCutter XP editing technology is a definite plus
• Ability to work with a multitude of people and personalities while maintaining a professional work environment

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.