News Video Editor

Missouri Broadcasters Association; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

WDAF-TV FOX4 in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Part-Time News Video Editor to join our newsroom. The role edits video for broadcast, digital, and streaming, collaborating with reporters, photographers, producers, and newsroom leadership to produce compelling FOX4 content.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of video editing experience, advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, and familiarity with newsroom systems like Bitcentral and Latakoo.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college coursework in journalism preferred.
• Minimum two years of video editing experience, preferably in television news.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Experience with newsroom systems, such as Bitcentral and Latakoo.
• Strong writing and copy-editing skills; familiarity with AP style.

Responsibilities

• Edit news stories, packages, VOs, VOSOTs, teases, promos, and specials in Premiere Pro.
• Produce and edit content for FOX4 and digital platforms for streaming.
• Collaborate with reporters, photographers, producers and managers through the content process.
• Maintain high writing quality for broadcast and streaming scripts.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Stay informed on newsroom procedures and current events.
• Assist with workflows and troubleshoot editing issues.

Skills

Editing

Writing

Copy-editing

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

College coursework in journalism

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Bitcentral

Latakoo

Job description

Post Date: September 25, 2026 Closing Date: November 29, 2026

Details:

WDAF-TV FOX4 in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a Part-Time News Video Editor to join our newsroom.

The News Video Editor is responsible for editing video content for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms. This position collaborates with reporters, photographers, producers, and newsroom leadership to create compelling content for FOX4 newscasts, digital platforms, and WDAF+ streaming programming.

Responsibilities:

• Edit news stories, packages, VOs, VOSOTs, teases, promos, and special projects using Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Produce and edit content for WDAF+ streaming channels and digital platforms, and other newsroom content initiatives.
• Collaborate with reporters, photographers, producers, and managers throughout the content creation process to create accurate, engaging, and visually compelling content.
• Strong writing, grammar, and copy-editing skills for broadcast and streaming platforms.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Maintain editing workstations and assist with workflow troubleshooting.
• Stay informed on newsroom procedures, style guidelines, and current events.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required; college coursework in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years of video editing experience, preferably in a television news environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Experience with newsroom systems, such as Bitcentral and Latakoo.
• Strong writing, grammar, and copy-editing skills with the ability to write VO and VOSOT scripts.
• Knowledge of AP Style and newsroom editorial standards.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience producing content for digital and streaming platforms.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as news coverage requires.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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