Newscast Video Editor - WFTV Orlando

Cox Media Group, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Media Group’s WFTV Orlando is seeking a full-time Video Editor to join the Eyewitness News team. You will edit local and national news stories for multiple platforms, using top editing tools in a fast-paced newsroom.

The ideal candidate has experience with non-linear editing, particularly Avid Media Composer, strong editorial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Schedule flexibility, including mornings, weekends, and holidays, is required.

Qualifications

• Experience editing video with a non-linear editing system.
• Proficient with Windows-based applications and newsroom systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Flexibility to work mornings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Edit compelling, accurate local and national news stories with editors and staff.
• Edit video using non-linear workflows, emphasizing Avid Media Composer.
• Operate editing equipment and newsroom systems required for production.
• Monitor, prepare, and route content for distribution across platforms.
• Meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic newsroom.

Skills

Non-linear editing

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Tools

Avid Media Composer

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Job Title: Newscast Video Editor - WFTV Orlando

Position Overview

Cox Media Group’s WFTV, the ABC affiliate serving Orlando and Central Florida, is seeking a full-time Video Editor to join the Eyewitness News team. We are looking for a detail-oriented, collaborative professional who can produce compelling video under the fast-paced demands of a live newsroom. The ideal candidate brings a strong television news or production background, communicates effectively, exercises sound editorial judgment, and remains composed while managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

This position requires schedule flexibility, including availability for morning, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner closely with newscast producers and station staff to edit compelling, accurate local and national news stories.


• Edit video using non-linear editing workflows, with an emphasis on Avid Media Composer.


• Operate non-linear editing equipment and other technical systems required for newsroom production.


• Support routine cleanup, organization, and maintenance of Avid system storage.


• Monitor, prepare, and route content for distribution across multiple platforms and other Cox Media Group properties.


• Identify issues with incoming content, evaluate available options, and implement timely solutions.


• Manage assigned work efficiently in a dynamic newsroom while consistently meeting tight deadlines.


• Work scheduled shifts as needed, including mornings, weekends, and holidays.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Follow all station policies, procedures, and standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to edit video using a non-linear editing system.


• Working knowledge of Windows-based applications and the ability to learn additional web-based tools and newsroom systems.


• Strong attention to detail, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.


• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including mornings, weekends, and holidays.


• Ability to sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Avid Media Composer.


• Previous experience in television news, broadcast production, or a comparable fast-paced media environment.

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 17 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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