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Contributing Editor

KOAT 7, Albuquerque, NM, United States


Contributing Editor KOAT, the ABC affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico is looking for a well‑rounded Contributing Editor who will create content for our station's newscasts, website, mobile products and social media platforms. You will be an excellent storyteller and can edit and create content facing intense competition under constant deadline pressure. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Produce feature stories for the station newscasts, website, mobile and social media pages

Meet posting requirements for website, social videos, push alerts, and graphics

Write compelling headlines and push alerts

Work with news management to ensure content is reviewed and posted in a timely manner

Work with Producers, Assignment Editors and Managers to ensure cross promotion of content across all platforms

Contribute ideas to help grow the station's digital platforms

Requirements

Previous on-camera work and digital editing experience

Professional experience with non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent)

News and editorial judgment

Excellent AP writing skills

Basic knowledge of Photoshop and video editing

Experience with social media best practices

Flexibility to work different shifts, holidays on short notice to cover a 24‑hour news cycle

Work well in an environment with frequent interruptions

Related military experience will be considered

In-person attendance is required

Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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