Newsroom Video Editor: Craft Compelling Segments

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Bakersfield, CA seeks a News Editor to operate editing equipment and assemble footage for newscasts and programs.

The role involves organizing raw footage, trimming segments, and applying visual and audio effects to deliver polished stories on deadline. Strong English communication and at least two years of video editing experience are required, along with proficiency with standard office equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Minimum two years' experience operating video editing equipment.
• Proficiency with office equipment and video editing systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts.
• 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.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Multitasking

Video editing familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Bakersfield, CA seeks a News Editor to operate editing equipment and assemble footage for newscasts and programs.

The role involves organizing raw footage, trimming segments, and applying visual and audio effects to deliver polished stories on deadline. Strong English communication and at least two years of video editing experience are required, along with proficiency with standard office equipment.