Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

News Editor

Video Production & EditingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCharleston, WV, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
Fluency in English is required.
At least two years of experience operating video editing equipment is required.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment is required.
Proficiency with video editing equipment is required.

Responsibilities

Organize and assemble raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming.
Review assembled footage on screens or monitors and determine whether corrections are necessary.
Trim filmed segments to specified lengths and reassemble segments into sequences that present stories effectively.
Determine the audio and visual effects needed to complete spots.
Set up and operate computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product.
Select and combine effective shots from each scene to form a logical, smoothly running story.
Discuss assignments, work product, and desired effects with other personnel.
Maintain editing equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.

Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
Trims filmed 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
Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects.
Maintains editing equipment
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

High school diploma
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

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About the Company

Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

Nexstar operates the largest portfolio of local TV stations in the United States, owning 197 stations that air in many markets and are affiliated with major networks. It earns revenue from selling advertising time and from retransmission fees paid by cable and satellite providers that carry its signals. Beyond traditional TV, it owns digital media properties and runs NewsNation, as well as The Hill, expanding its reach online. Its goal is to provide broad access to news and entertainment across local markets while growing its digital footprint and maintaining steady revenue from advertising and distribution fees.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Irving, TX
Founded: 1996

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