NEWS VIDEO EDITOR (P/T) - KTVK/KPHO

Job Summary/Description
Can you tell a story that stops a scroll and commands a screen? Are you the kind of editor who lives for the adrenaline of a breaking news cycle and knows exactly how to turn raw footage into a powerful, high-impact narrative? Arizona's Family is looking for a high-energy News Video Editor to join our team in Phoenix. We don't just "cut tape" here; we craft visual experiences across broadcast, social, and digital platforms that empower Arizonans to live their best lives. If you're a technical wizard with a creative soul and a "get it done" attitude, we want to see your reel.

What You'll Do

Craft compelling narratives:

Edit high-impact video for daily news, investigative pieces, and special projects across all platforms (TV, web, and social).

Manage the feed:

Acquire and route video feeds from satellite, microwave, and backpacks, ensuring our field crews are always ready for air.

Master the workflow:

Work closely with the Chief News Editor to keep our content management and archive systems running like a well-oiled machine.

Collaborate in real-time:

Communicate with control rooms and field crews with urgency and precision to execute flawless live broadcasts.

What You Bring

Non-linear expertise:

You’re a pro with modern editing software and understand the technical nuances of digital workflows.

News-first mindset:

You understand the urgency of a newsroom and can pivot from a breaking news clip to a long-form feature without missing a beat.

Visual storytelling chops:

You have an "eye" for great shots and an "ear" for perfect pacing that keeps viewers engaged.

Digital fluency:

You understand what makes a video go viral and how to optimize news content for different social platforms.

Grace under pressure:

You thrive in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and never miss a deadline (even when the clock is ticking down).

Technical savvy:

Familiarity with receiving feeds and managing assets in a content management system.

Team-first attitude:

You’re a communicator who lifts the team and is always looking for ways to improve the final product.

Why You'll Love It Here

Be a part of a powerhouse:

Work for Arizona's most-watched station and a leader in multi-platform innovation.

Real community impact:

Your work helps raise millions for local charities and powers movements like our Surprise Squad.

Creative freedom:

We value "scrappiness" and digital-first thinking—if you have a great idea for a social edit, we want to hear it.

Growth opportunities:

At Gray Media, we focus on the training and development of the best and brightest in the business.

Qualifications/Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism/Production, Communications, or equivalent experience preferred.

Two years’ experience working as a news video editor in a television news environment preferred.

Strong understanding of non-linear editing.

Familiarity with receiving video feeds from satellite, microwave, backpack, and other transmission sources preferred.

Must be able to work accurately in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while consistently meeting deadlines.

Must possess an understanding of current journalism standards.

Strong technical and organizational skills.

KTVK/KPHO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company.

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