Scripps is looking for an Editor to join the team at WTKR, our CBS affiliate in Norfolk, VA. In this role, you'll integrate visual and audio content to create compelling stories and complete daily editing projects for multiple platforms. You'll also capture video content in the field as part of a collaborative news team.
What You'll Do
- Capture visual content and edit both long-form stories and daily newscasts as needed.
- Work with producers, multi-media journalists and photojournalists to ensure a high-quality product consistent with the station's brand.
- Operate various news gathering equipment, including video cameras and video editing systems.
- Maintain the video archive filing system.
- React to breaking news on an immediate basis.
- Gather story-related materials, including sound and video, on a timely basis.
- Coordinate remote and studio events, creating synergy between remote and studio productions.
- Collaborate with affiliate stations on breaking news stories and the sharing of information.
What We're Looking For
- Proficiency in non-linear editing software.
- Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to the television station website.
- Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
Nice to Have
- Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience.
- Generally, 2+ years of experience in a related field.
Technical Stack
- Non-linear editing software
- Video camera
- Video editing equipment
Team & Environment
You will work with producers, multi-media journalists and photojournalists to ensure a high-quality final product.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Norfolk, VA.
The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. They do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, military membership or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
