Position Overview
Perform daily video editing in support of PBS NewsHour productions and WETA productions. Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with union jurisdiction. This position is covered by IBEW union contract.
Primary Responsibilities
Video Editing with AVID for the PBS NewsHour Productions and WETA productions.
Collaborate with NewsHour producers to deliver video elements such as packages, SOTs, and VOs for insertion into the PBS NewsHour and/or other productions under the WETA umbrella.
Meet deadlines under pressure in a fast-paced, live news network environment.
Perform related special projects and other technical duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Communication
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Minimum five years of experience as an AVID editor at a network or local station or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong working knowledge of AVID editing platforms and experience partnering with producers in fast-paced, deadline-driven production environments.
Knowledge of video and audio signal flow and monitoring to maintain the highest technical standards in compliance with FCC, PBS Network, and Company production policy.
Working knowledge of routing panels, transmission, file-based signal flow and media asset management systems.
Ability to adapt to changing assignments on a daily or hourly basis and work extended or irregular shifts, including holidays and weekends, as needed.
Education
High School Diploma / GED
Location
WETA and NewsHour productions are Washington, DC based; we are largely a local workforce based out of the Campbell Place office in Arlington, VA. Most positions based in our Arlington, VA office will be onsite or hybrid, depending upon the role.
Equal Employment Opportunity
WETA and NewsHour Productions are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and internships. WETA and NewsHour Productions make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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Editor Technician
WETA · Arlington, VA, USA ·
- Job type:
- Contract
About WETA
ABOUT THE PBS NEWSHOUR
With roots in public service journalism beginning in 1973, the PBS NewsHour today is on a mission to bring balanced, in-depth news coverage to all. Innovative and fast-paced, life at the NewsHour is focused on collaboration, trust, and above all, enterprising important, considered news. NewsHour is unique in that the team is small and tight-knit, and must accomplish what no other daily news organization does: be the gold-standard of reporting for a nightly, hour-long broadcast, and to crucial digital platforms.
You’ll enjoy working at the NewsHour if you enjoy contributing to meaningful reporting, working on small teams in which your ideas are not just valued but vital, and pushing yourself to grow your skills every day.
WETA is an equal employment opportunity employer. WETA does not discriminate against employees or applications on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.