Editor / Director (freelance)

Required Skills: § Ability to multi-task. § Ability to meet deadlines. § Excellent news judgment and ability to problem-solve. § Skilled at editing voiceovers, sound bites and reporter packages in a non-linear system. § Creative editor who has a vision for the way a story should look on-air and the ability to execute that vision; not just a video "cutter." § Creative director who can collaborate with others to craft memorable shows on a daily basis. § Ability to stay focused in the director's chair in breaking news situations. § Self-motivated team player and leader with great people skills who can take direction from managers and work in collaboration with a team of talented producers, photographers, editors, talent and a full studio crew to execute the station's mission for a newscast. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: § College Degree required. § At least 2 years' experience directing live news broadcasts in a commercial broadcast setting. § At least 2 years' experience editing in a non-linear format. Experience with Grass Valley editing/playback system a plus. § Experience with emerging media techniques and equipment in a newsroom setting a plus. § Must be able to work all shifts.

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Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh