Preditor

Job Description

Video Preditor
6abc / Action News has an exciting new opportunity for next generation storytelling. This unique position calls for a passionate content creator, that is a tremendous storyteller and likes turning raw video into content that stands out. The ideal candidate loves visual storytelling, thinks outside the box, embodies creativity and can execute their ideas efficiently. They need to excel in video editing and photography first, writing/producing skills second.
Preditors are responsible for shooting, editing, recording and/or scheduling recordings, quality control and archiving material. Candidates should have a working knowledge of a server based-digital media workflow. You must be able to take direction, and be a ''team player'' who is not afraid of an intense news environment.
This key newsroom position requires attention to detail, excellent communications skills, a calm demeanor and an ability to troubleshoot under pressure and react accordingly. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the news department, so flexibility to work a varied schedule is required.

Job responsibilities and qualifications:
• Excellent news judgment and an instinct for identifying stories that will resonate.
• Shoot, produce and edit video content.
• Edit in a fast-paced environment that is reactive to compelling content as well as breaking news.
• Facilitate, gather and maintain digital assets and footage for all platforms.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize & manage tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in script writing and executing videos from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with content producers and writers on the team.
• Troubleshoot, proactively identify, and quickly resolving technical issues and/or inefficiencies.
• Must be familiar with basic video and audio principles. Adobe Premiere experience preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable about non-linear editing, as well as ENG field photography and media ingest and management.

Additional Information:

This position is located at WPVI-TV in Philadelphia, PA. EEO/M/F/V/D/GI/SO

This position is with ABC, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Walt Disney Television.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gp42n9-3-144-248-8-42 in your application.