SUMMARY: Performs functions of a News Video Editor, using the Grass Valley NewsEdit non-linear system, by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Edit raw video to predetermined lengths to tell compelling, understandable and accurate visual stories, following the instructions of producers, writers, reporters, supervisors, etc.
• Exercise excellent professional judgment based on current broadcast industry video and audio quality and editing standards.
• Follow station policies regarding journalistic standards of good taste, quality and appropriateness, and alert managers when questions arise regarding any of these concerns.
• Coordinate editing information with writer, reporter, producer and/or supervisors.
• Locate, file and computerize archival video.
• Record video and audio feeds from sources including microwave, satellite, fiber, phone, and other web-based/internet feeds.
• May be assigned as video producer on general assignment or special report stories.
• Make dubs and prepare video for use in-house, in the field and for other related news department purposes.
• May be assigned supervisory duties. ** Shift subject to change **

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as news scripts, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to determine and carry out station standards of good taste.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Membership in IBEW required.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Operation of the Grass Valley Aurora non-linear editing systems, FTP upload process, and video file format conversions are required. Final Cut Pro and Adobe After Effects preferred.

Employees accomplish their duties using safe work practices and equipment, while being responsible for reporting all injuries, observed unsafe conditions or practices to their leader. Coach fellow employees on safe work practices as appropriate and contribute to the overall success of the company’s safety program.

Teamwork and the ability to get along with others is an essential function of the job. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

KTVU, Channel 2 is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability or sexual orientation is prohibited.

Send resumes and DVD to KTVU, attn: Steve Patterson, News Operations Manager, 2 Jack London Square, Oakland, CA 94607.

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