Video Editor - Freelance

Altice USA; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in local news is seeking an experienced freelance Video Editor to join their team. The successful candidate will transform raw footage into polished videos for news programs while meeting tight deadlines. This role requires strong editorial judgment, proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. As part of a dynamic team, you will contribute to delivering high-quality news content.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of digital post-production experience.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of digital workflows and file-based delivery.

Responsibilities

• Edit video content for news programs and promotions.
• Collaborate with Lead Editors and Design teams.
• Adapt to changing requirements daily.

Skills

Digital post-production

Editorial judgment

Collaborative work

Adaptability

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Photoshop

After Effects

Job description

News 12 is our award-winning, hyper-local news station covering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut, and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our national streaming service for regional news, weather, and News 12 originals.

If you’re committed to delivering high-quality news and storytelling with a hyper-local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent, with opportunities for development and growth.

Job Summary

AUSA News is seeking a talented freelance Video Editor to join our team. The ideal candidate will edit video content for news programs, live coverage, breaking news, and other productions and promotions. The Freelance Video Editor will work independently or collaboratively to create visuals and sound that accurately and fairly represent the news, transforming raw footage into polished final products.

Responsibilities

• Create tagged commercials for cross-channel and broadcast use.
• Analyze, develop, and recommend solutions for editorial, procedural, and operational needs to ensure high-quality videos are produced for both web and broadcast platforms.
• Collaborate closely with Lead Editors and Design teams to optimize editorial workflows.
• Work efficiently within tight deadlines to meet weekly and monthly advertising and non-advertising requirements.
• Adapt to changing requirements daily to meet the needs of other teams and tools.
• Create and develop internal and external company communications.
• Work with a team of editors to achieve team goals effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of digital post-production experience, with proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• 2+ years of experience working in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of digital workflows and file-based delivery.
• Knowledge of frame rates, aspect ratios, and resolutions.
• Ability to read video scopes and audio levels.
• Demonstrated strong editorial judgment.
• Proven experience editing content for various digital platforms, including non-traditional formats and resolutions.
• A team player capable of working flexible hours, including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects is a significant plus.

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