We are looking for an experienced AVID editor who can handle the demands of working for NBC News and is available to work late, weekend and bank holiday shifts.
In addition to quick turnaround news packages to tight deadlines, you will demonstrate the ability and the eye for detail necessary to create polished feature stories to a high artistic and technical standard.
You need to be able to work independently and have a thorough understanding of the overall production process to be able to be proactive and advise the producer, archivist and any other editorial staff involved. Flexibility will be required to adapt to NBC News production values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Edit news packages for NBC News programs and websites, often to tight deadlines
- Prepare feature packages with considerable creative flair, requiring imaginative ideas and the use of effects
- Importing digital media and stills from a variety of sources, being mindful of restrictions and format differences
- Participation in media management, comping and deleting to maintain an organised and efficient Avid system
Essential Requirements:
• Relevant experience as an Editor in a highly demanding broadcast environment, ideally at a US network or similar, including solid knowledge and experience with AVID non-linear editing systems: Newscutter, Media Composer and Symphony.
• Knowledge of working in an Avid Interplay environment.
• Editing/post-production skills in all areas - ingest, media management, graphics repurposing, V/O recording, music, compositing, colour correction and audio mixing. Exports and conversions for web/DVD.
• Ability to import, export and manipulate different kinds of files
• Familiarity with HD technology and reconciling mixed resolutions and aspect ratios.
• A good knowledge of Photoshop, Xpress DV, AfterFX, etc. is an advantage.
• Creative editing with attention to detail and mood.
• Sound editorial judgment and news sense
• Strong narrative skills, able to pick out key story points.
• Ability to work independently, mindful of both creative and editorial demands.
• Experience in a News environment
• Must be willing to work shifts, including late, weekend and bank holiday shifts.
Key Interpersonal Skills:
• Team player, with strong interpersonal skills and a very hands-on approach.
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to remain calm, positive and professional under deadline.
• Ability to adapt easily and learn quickly
• Ability to be patient and diplomatic in stressful situations.