Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant
WHNT-TV, CBS in Huntsville, Alabama, has an immediate opening for a full-time Editor/Multimedia Production Assistant. A Multimedia Production Assistant must be able to fulfill a variety of studio, control room and newsroom functions for live television newscasts and various multimedia platforms. Duties include editing non-linear video, creating broadcast graphics, running robotic cameras, running audio, teleprompter operation, posting content (video & text) to station website and social media sites.
Core job duties include:
-Video Editing: Non-linear video editing for on-air and online. Must have a clear understanding of video editing fundamentals (sequencing, jump cuts, audio/visual linkage, etc) and legal issues associated with videojournalism. Prefer candidates who are proficient on Final Cut Pro.
-Running Audio: Consistently runs audio for the newscasts, with great attention to detail, in order to have shows with little to no quality control issues. This includes thorough microphone checks 20 minutes before the newscast, as well as changing the batteries in the wireless microphones before these checks are done.
-Studio Camera/Teleprompter Operation: Run studio camera and/or Teleprompter for live newscasts. Experience with robotic camera systems a plus.
-Web Posting: Post video and text content to station’s website, updating station’s Twitter and Facebook accounts.
Ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Hours will vary and will include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays. Good communication skills and team-centered mindset.
A college degree in Communications or related-degree is preferred. Also prefer candidates with at least one year production and/or video editing experience in a commercial television station.
To apply, rush your resume and references to David Williams via email to david.williams@whnt.com. Or, if you must send it via snail mail, buy a stamp and send it to WHNT-TV, 200 Holmes Ave., Huntsville, AL 35801. Phone number: 256-534-7226. (02-27-14)
