Photographer Video Editor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Richmond, VA

1d • Onsite

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 footage to match scripts or instructions, reviewing assembled footage for necessary corrections, and trimming recorded segments to specified lengths. The editor will reassemble segments into sequences that present stories effectively, determine necessary audio and visual effects, and set up and operate computer editing systems, titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units. The position requires selecting and combining the most effective shots to form a logical story, shooting video for news reports, and conferring with other personnel to discuss assignments and shot requirements. Additionally, the role involves setting up, composing, and executing video shots, maintaining video equipment, editing video clips for television broadcasts and digital content, and operating live microwave, satellite trucks, and live Backpack TVU equipment. Other duties as assigned are also part of the role.

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
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premier helpful
• Flexibility to work any shift, including overnights and weekends

Responsibilities

• Operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree