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.

Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh