News Editor

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; East Side (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Editor to operate editing equipment and assemble footage for newscasts and programming. You will organize raw footage, trim segments, and assemble sequences according to scripts to deliver compelling stories.

You will set up and use editing systems, apply effects, and coordinate with staff to achieve desired outcomes. This role requires at least two years of experience and strong English communication skills in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Fluency in English required.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Proficiency with video editing equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Operate editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and programming.
• Organize and string together raw footage according to scripts or instructions.
• Review assembled footage to determine corrections.
• Trim segments to specified lengths and reassemble sequences for smooth storytelling.
• Set up and operate editing systems, titling, video switching, and effects units.
• Select best shots to form a logical, smooth story.
• Confers with personnel to discuss assignments and desired effects.
• Maintain editing equipment and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Video editing equipment

Deadline driven

Office equipment proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Video editing equipment

Job description

The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming. Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects. Maintains editing equipment Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

• High school diploma
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Proficiency with video editing equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

#LI-Onsite Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.