News Videographer - Editor

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Communications, Inc. is seeking a motivated News Videographer/Editor in Cincinnati, OH, to deliver high-quality video content. Candidates should have strong skills in storytelling and the ability to operate ENG cameras and advanced editing software under tight deadlines.

This is a hands-on role where collaboration with reporters and other team members is key. The position offers flexible benefits to support employee wellness and job satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with nonlinear editing software is required.
• Must be able to manage multiple assignments under strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of current television production techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Operate ENG cameras and equipment efficiently.
• Edit video for newscasts under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with reporters and anchors.

Skills

Nonlinear editing software proficiency (Adobe Premiere)

Team collaboration

Knowledge of television production techniques

Communicative skills

Operational skills with ENG cameras

Education

High School Diploma

Some college or technical school preferred

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Avid

Edius

Job description

WLWT-TV has an immediate opening for a highly motivated and creative News Videographer/Editor to work in a competitive news market. Our ideal candidate has an excellent eye for visual compelling storytelling and is passionate about combining strong writing and storytelling with great pictures and sound. This candidate must be able to use ENG cameras and advanced editing software and be creative with editing and effects under tight deadlines. This position will cover news stories as assigned. Must be a true team player. This position reports to the Chief Videographer.

Job Responsibilities

• Efficiently operate ENG cameras and equipment, including TVU, microwave and satellite technology.
• Edit video in the field and in house, for newscasts under tight deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with reporters and anchors.
• Nonlinear editing (using Adobe Premiere) of newscast elements including PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, OPENS, TEASES and preproduction material.
• Proficiently edit newscasts.
• Effectively collaborate with producers and managers to produce high quality stories.
• Maintain standards for all edited material.
• Taking in ENG and SNG feeds.
• Any other shooting or editing duties as assigned by news managers.
• Ensuring proper storage and organization of media files.
• Maintain news archives.
• FAA licensed drone pilot a plus.
• Can easily carry up to 50 pounds.

Experience Requirements

• Professional experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) required.
• Military on‑air producing experience will be considered.

Qualifications Requirements

• Ability to work on linear and non-linear equipment.
• Proficiency editing with Adobe Premiere.
• Ability to edit on non-linear equipment, including Final Cut Pro, Avid and Edius.
• Must be able to handle and juggle multiple editing assignments under strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of current television production techniques.
• Familiarity with mass communications law and media responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with photographers and producers.
• Must be able to record multiple feeds on a digital encoding system.
• Able to search for source materials from multiple outlets and platforms.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced, detail‑oriented environment with calm, skilled execution.
• Possess a valid drivers’ license and good driving record.

Education

• High School Diploma.
• Some college or technical school preferred.
• FAA licensed drone pilot a plus.
• Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) is a plus.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs