Video Editor/Producer
Summary: Help us grow the streaming video branch of our established business. Produce, shoot and edit video – both live and previously recorded – including live sporting events, “television style” programming and advertising spots meant for viewing on our internet based platforms. This position works to collect, produce and edit video on an array of topics. Lead role in live production of news, sports and entertainment programming ranging from a few minutes to one hour or a complete game including pre- & post-game spots. Need to be able to collaborate with reporters, editors and show hosts to identify ways that visually enhance and tell stories in an effort to effectively establish, retain and grow an audience. This position works to create compelling video, and can also work on some self-directed work as well as medium- and long-range in-depth projects. The video editor and producer is skilled in video and video editing functions, understands how to use video mediums in storytelling as well as the technical aspects of live and recorded broadcasts.
Responsibilities:
- Works as a producer, editor and board operator on live and pre-recorded video programming to create engaging and relevant video content that is published on our branded digital platforms.
- Collaborates, coaches and suggests new angles or techniques on existing programming, ways to enhance or further grow audience reach and to suggest ideas not yet covered.
- Maintains awareness of the community and regularly contributes story ideas.
- Edits audio, video and other elements as needed to create visually compelling and engaging video stories.
- Produces video packages using appropriate production techniques, writing and editing as appropriate and finding contributors and interviewees as well as other sources of material.
- Acts as a field producer, briefing reporters, on-screen talent and editors as appropriate and assisting them in the preparation of both live action and recorded experiences.
- Uses available technical resources to realize video ideas as effectively and efficiently as possible, to highest professional standards and within budget.
- Develops and manages overall production calendar and pipeline of projects.
- Has general awareness to social media distribution requirements and strategies and works to produce content that adheres to standards for maximum distribution options.
- Responsible for maintaining company-issued audio and video production equipment.
- Adheres to all professional and company policies and ethical standards.
- Sets annual goals to add or improve skills.
- Remains current on best practices of digital journalism and recommends ways to enhance digital opportunities.
- Demonstrates proficiency in using existing and new tools to gather, edit and display visual details in proper context.
Job skills and attributes: Ideal candidate will be a flexible, self-motivated, creative go-getter and problem solver who works well on a team. Strong video producing and editing skills are required. Ideal candidate will have strong ability to generate ideas and turn those creative ideas into reality, and have excellent planning and organizing skills. Ability to work under pressure/deadline. Candidate must be committed to accuracy.
Minimum requirements: Candidate must demonstrate ability in video production, as well as aptitude in planning/scripting/editing and voicing video material. Should have strong knowledge and interest of internet videos and understand producing events into video. Should have thorough knowledge of production methods, including audio and graphics. Must be able to edit at speed using video editing software and be passionate about storytelling in an ever-changing landscape. Candidate regularly demonstrates excellence in video work. A bachelor’s degree in digital or multimedia journalism, video production or related course of study is expected, or in lieu of degree, candidate must have equivalent technical experience. Candidate must be company insurable and maintain acceptable driving record and be willing to work occasional nights/holidays/weekends based on programming needs and schedules.
Salary: Non-exempt
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person