Junior Picture Editor
London
Overview
To edit pictures and sound for high-quality reports and films, working to tight deadlines, and including visual and graphic effects available via the AVID system.
Responsibilities
Operate ITN's digital editing system - currently AVID NewsCutter, to a high standard
Develop your personal editing skills on AVID, using the full functionality of the system in a creative and innovative fashion
To understand all aspects of the digital workflow in the ITV News production model
Edit high-quality, creative reports and packages
Work proactively to prepare for packages or other edits by identifying relevant pictures
Edit breaking-news packages with little supervision
Edit long form films either on the day or over a longer period, if required
Understand compliance issues and flag these up when necessary
Work closely with reporters, producers and programme editors over the content, structure and deadline of edits
Communicate clearly with media managers, journalists, graphics and studio production staff
Work effectively with other parts of the production team: the graphic design team, the studio crew, ITN International and with the online production team across both ITV and London News
Media manage at weekends after a period of training
This Job Description identifies the main requirements of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time.
Qualifications
High level of quality editing skills
Ability to use digital editing in a creative and innovative fashion
The ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Time-management skills
The ability to prioritise effectively
A high level of computer-literacy, with the willingness and aptitude to master new digital production systems
A clear understanding of the workflows required for multimedia news production in a digital newsroom
Flexibility and the ability to adapt skills and workflows to the changing demands of multimedia news
Effective communication skills
A sound knowledge of iNews
A sound knowledge of how to import graphics into AVID
The ability to create template graphics and insert them into an edit
The ability to use the functionality of AVID to create visual effects and graphics
Willingness and ability to work on any ITN service as required
Ability to work with digital formats in Millbank and in the field
Our people are at the heart of everything we do at ITN. It's vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. We also recognise the importance of a good work life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process if this is something you want to explore.