TEGNA Inc. - Video Editor

Video Editor is needed in Washington, DC, United States.

Client: TEGNA Inc.

Location: Washington, DC

Contract: Temporary, Full-time

Job Description

WUSA9 News in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Video Editor to work in our News Department. This position works closely with executive producers, producers, and reporting staff in the newsroom. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and organizational skills; must work well under pressure, within a team environment, and have the ability to think outside the box when it comes to editing. The right candidate will be a strong visual storyteller with strong news judgment, detail-oriented, relish feedback, and be willing to try new things.

Requirements

• Must have experience with non-linear editing systems - preferably in a local TV news department environment
• Ability to create/edit material for on-air broadcasts and web, while meeting deadlines
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• The ability to adhere to brand guidelines and standards is also a must

Responsibilities

• Creative storytelling of the highest journalistic standards
• Editing a variety of video elements including voice-overs, SOTS, packages, graphics, and teases
• Ability to operate non-linear edit systems, experience with Edius and Adobe Premiere is a plus
• Coordinate incoming video feeds to record
• Must always have a professional demeanor and work well/as a team player with news team and staff
• Ability to multi-task, handling editing assignments and capturing feeds and FTP material, while constantly monitoring quality control editing to scripts and producer notes
• Work closely with news producers, reporters, photojournalists, and the digital team to create the best morning show around
• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer

Salary

Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA provides two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program allows contributions of 1% - 80% of pay with a 100% match from the company for the first 4% of pay. Additionally, all employees receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments and 12 free annual therapy sessions. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

• Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. TEGNA operates 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, reaching approximately 39 percent of television households nationwide. The company also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest, and offers marketing solutions through TEGNA Marketing Solutions.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to protected characteristics. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.