Topeka, KS, 66625, USA
1 day ago
Weekend Technical Director & Video Editor
The Weekend Technical Director & Video Editor coordinates the efforts of all technical operations during newscasts and other live and recorded productions, and operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming. + Observes pictures through monitors and determines composition + Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments + Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast + Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts + Tests equipment to ensure proper operation + Organizes and edits together raw footage into a continuous video story according to scripts or instructions from producers or news managers + Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary + Trims recorded segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect + Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete editing assignments + Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product for broadcast or online + Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running video news story + Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects + Maintains editing equipment + Performs other duties as assigned + Requirements & Skills : + Fluency in English + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written + Proficiency with video editing equipment, computers, telephones, and other office equipment + Proficiency with broadcast control equipment + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a high-stress environment Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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