Sr. Editor

univision; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Health, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision in Houston is hiring a Senior Editor to join our News team. You will edit video across formats, manage the editing group and its schedules, and coordinate with producers and the control room for timely on-air delivery.

You will lead the editing team in daily news and breaking coverage, work with reporters to align footage with scripts, select clips from feeds/archives, and ensure all videos are ready for air. Bilingual English/Spanish communication is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least two years of video editing experience.
• Expert knowledge of Avid Media Composer and iNEWS rundowns.
• Strong organizational and written/spoken communication skills in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Edit daily news stories, breaking news, and specials using non-linear editing systems.
• Manage editing team, coordinate assignments, and create work schedules to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers to ensure video aligns with scripts and storytelling.
• Locate and select video from feeds/archives to support each story.
• Coordinate with producers and control room to ensure on-air readiness.
• Work with Content Management and Engineering to report and resolve technical incidents.
• Organize and archive video after each newscast.
• Perform weekly system maintenance and keep files organized.
• Fulfill requests from other departments/affiliates.
• Contribute ideas to improve workflows, video quality, and storytelling.
• Work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Team leadership

Deadline management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Avid Media Composer

iNEWS

Job description

TelevisaUnivision in Houston is seeking an experienced Senior Editor to join our News team. In this role, you will edit video across various formats, manage the editing team and its schedules, and coordinate with producers and the control room to ensure accurate, timely, and seamless on-air delivery.

YOUR DAY-DAY :

• Edit daily news stories, breaking news, and special reports using non-linear, computer-based editing equipment.
• Manage the editing team, coordinate daily assignments, and create work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and meet production deadlines.
• Work closely with reporters and producers to ensure video matches scripts and offer creative suggestions to strengthen storytelling.
• Locate and select appropriate video from feeds and archives to support each story.
• Coordinate with producers and the control room to ensure all videos are ready for air on time.
• Work closely with the Content Management and Engineering teams to report, track, and follow up on technical incidents until they are resolved.
• Organize and consolidate video for archiving after each newscast.
• Perform weekly system maintenance by deleting outdated or unnecessary files in accordance with retention policies and keeping folders and files organized and up to date.
• Fulfill requests from other departments and/or affiliates.
• Contribute creative ideas to improve workflows, video quality, and storytelling.
• Work various shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays.

YOU HAVE:

• A bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least two years of video editing experience.
• Expert knowledge of Avid Media Composer and iNEWS rundowns.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage editors, coordinate assignments, and create schedules.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

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TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.