Editor (2026-10158)

Cox powered by Atrium

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Media Group is searching for an Editor. This is a 1-month W2 contract assignment with the opportunity for contract extension or to transition to a permanent, full-time role based on performance and business needs.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year non-linear TV news editing experience required
Experience with AVID or equivalent editing systems
Experience with server based ingest and playback systems
Experience with Microsoft Office products
Experience with file based ingest and playback servers
Ability to take direction from Producers, Assignment Editors, Reporters, and Managers
Dependable and detail oriented
Communicate effectively and work well with others
Be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision
Organized, self-motivated, excellent people skills, deadline oriented, strong work ethic, positive attitude
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work onsite 5 days a week

Responsibilities

Edit stories daily under tight deadlines
Utilize assigned editing software including but not limited to Avid, Aspera, LiveU Central, and Iconik
Search and download archive footage for editing and for delivery to crews in the field
Respond and work well in a crisis and during breaking news, handling last minute and unexpected changes professionally
Work assigned shifts and fill in for absent co-workers if needed on all shifts
Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules including when called to cover breaking news
Perform news operations duties as needed
Work with producers and reporters to edit video for daily news coverage
Work with digital content center to create material for streaming channels, website, news/weather apps, and social media platforms