Freelance Video Editor - Spectrum News NY1

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Part Time New York, New York Posted 11/11/2024 Business unit: Spectrum Networks Areas of interest: Editorial, News, Video Operations Requisition Number: 2024-43572 NED130

Responsible for editing video packages which includes scripts for special content, politics and breaking news and special series. This may relate to important daily news coverage, franchise, feature, or special event coverage and documentaries.


Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.

Transcode and convert content to be used for editing.

Format video and edit special opens.

Edit voice-overs, sound bites, packages and shows for air.

Use creativity and sound news judgment to create interesting content.

Make certain all video and sound meet quality standards. Maintain and enhance established editorial tone and company/network/program image. Ensure photographic and media quality.

Conceptualize story presentation with correspondents, photographers, producers and management staff.

Analyze subject material, select equipment, lighting, angle and background; select and present subject to achieve desired effect, with attention to lighting, background composition and style.

Choose and utilize a wide variety of photographic equipment, including lenses, lightings, filters, etc.

Assist in training new video editors.

Use photo software to modify and create images meeting defined style requirements.

Edit and enhance images; apply special effects and color correction as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.


Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro CC

Ability to quickly troubleshoot technical issues with editing software and equipment

Ability to read video scopes and audio levels

Understanding of digital workflows and file-based delivery

Effective Communication and organizational skills

Knowledge of operation and office policies and proceduresAbility to handle various tasks simultaneously, organize, prioritize, make decisions and work efficiently and effectively under deadlines

Required Education

               High School Diploma

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

               Experience in news editing 2+

               Experience in long form/magazine/documentaries 2+

Preferred Education

               Associates or Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years

               Experience with Dalet newsroom software

Working Conditions

               Primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment

               Ability to work a flexible schedule, weekends and holidays as needed

Physical Requirements

               Push/pull/maneuver equipment’s up to 50 lbs.


NED130 2024-43572 2024

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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $20.40 and $43.30. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.



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