Music or Media is seeking a passionate and skilled video editor to work for a news platform.
The ideal candidate must have a high-level understanding of media production, an ego-free approach to collaboration and strong attention to detail. They should have excellent communication and organizational skills with an understanding of the editorial process. The video editor must be flexible to adhere to a news editing format. They should also be able to adjust to flexible schedules and remote work. The editor must work collaboratively with an editorial team to ensure content is coordinated. The ability to work within frequent tight deadlines on a daily basis within a team is a must.
The candidate will support various groups within the editorial team as needed.
- Seniority Level: Entry Level
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Job Function: Video Editor
- Industry: News
Qualifications
Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Radio, TV and Film, Video Journalism, Communication or related field.
Requirements
- 0-2 years’ experience video editing for a professional news organization
- Work closely with editorial team to deliver videos from inception to final delivery
- Proficiency on the use of one or more editing software
- Ability to work clearly and accurately on deadline
- Proven attention to detail and ability to handle a demanding, fast-paced job
- Desire to collaborate closely with colleagues on close-knit team
- Knowledge of media laws and ethics
- Flexibility to learn new skills
- Proactive and motivated
- Ability to deliver high quality outputs on tight timelines
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Good judgment and ability to collaborate with different levels of management and editorial team
- Availability to work remotely
Desirable
- Knowledge of task management / pipeline software
- Proper internet quality and speed
- Some knowledge of After Effects or similar software
- Experience with sound design and general audio best practices
Note: The recruitment process may include technical tests and the necessity to prove your expertise