Hearst Connecticut Media Group is hiring: Multimedia Editor in Norwalk

Overview

Hearst Connecticut Media Group’s journalists cover communities across the state, serving readers through a variety of platforms including CTInsider.com, the app, newsletters, social media and 10 daily and 21 weekly newspapers. We are seeking an enterprising, audience‑focused and collaborative Multimedia Editor who will edit daily videos on tight deadlines and manage occasional larger enterprise projects. This role works closely with audience staff, reporters, and editors to assign or create video content that reaches millions of viewers and pushes the boundaries of traditional visual storytelling.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Edit video from reporters and photographers into polished one‑ to three‑minute videos, often under tight deadlines
• Collaborate with newsroom leaders to ensure key stories receive optimal visual treatment, including photos
• Maintain a daily schedule of incoming video clips and communicate any changes to the audience staff
• Identify and pursue opportunities for social video, lending assistance with editing as needed
• Research, pitch and produce original videos that are both informative and entertaining
• Optimize videos across platforms by applying strong engagement tactics and search‑engine optimization techniques (titles, thumbnails, metadata, etc.)
• Communicate effectively across departments during breaking and scheduled news events
• Analyze and interpret metrics to inform real‑time and long‑term coverage decisions
• Help build and maintain a library of video assets
• Participate in news meetings to learn how stories develop and understand target audiences

Qualifications

• Experience editing digital media, preferably in a newsroom environment
• Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to shoot high‑quality raw video when necessary
• Deep understanding of social video editing for platforms such as Instagram and YouTube Shorts
• Quick, organized, technical problem‑solver who consistently meets deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications or a related field preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule for breaking news and special content opportunities
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented with a proven ability to juggle multiple tasks

Apply

Send a cover letter, resume and video clips for review. This full‑time position is located in Connecticut and is not eligible for remote candidates.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for you and your family
• Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• Monthly child and dependent care reimbursement
• Mental wellness benefits
• Inclusive healthcare services for LGBTQ+ and other inclusive health needs
• Fertility coverage and menopause support
• Pet wellness reimbursement and rover credits
• Additional benefits available upon request

Equal Employment Opportunity

HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We encourage all people of working age, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community and veterans, to apply.