Photographer/Video Editor
About The Position
The WRIC Photographer/Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming. This role involves organizing and editing raw video to match scripts or instructions, reviewing footage for corrections, and trimming recorded segments to specified lengths. The editor selects and combines the most effective shots to form a logical story, determines necessary audio and visual effects, and operates various editing systems and equipment to produce a final product. Additionally, the role includes shooting video for news reports, conferring with personnel on assignments, setting up and executing video shots, and maintaining video equipment. The Photographer/Video Editor also edits video clips for television broadcasts and digital content, operates live microwave and satellite trucks, and performs other assigned duties.
Requirements
- College degree or equivalent related experience is required
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Proficiency with video editing equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Flexibility to work any shift, including overnights and weekends
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of Adobe Premier helpful
Responsibilities
- Organizes and edits together raw video matching scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
- Reviews assembled on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
- Trims recorded 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
- Shoots video for news reports
- Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
- Sets up, composes and executes video shots
- Maintains video equipment
- Edits video clips for television broadcasts and Digital content
- Operates live microwave, satellite trucks and live Backpack TVU equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
