Job Description
Job Posting Title: Temporary Editor – Video Features, CNN
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The Job
The CNN Digital Features team is looking for a talented freelance craft editor to work on a new digital entertainment show. Candidate must be able to work two days a week, Thursdays and Fridays, through the end of the year. We're looking for a fast editor, with deep pop culture knowledge, who has experience editing pieces for YouTube or a similar platform. Must be able to work well remotely with other members of the team to navigate tight deadlines.
The CNN Digital Features team is a group of passionate, multitalented producers dedicated to telling impactful stories with cinematic flair and creativity. We produce premium short-form digital video series and franchises across the full range of CNN's editorial departments including Core News, Business, Tech, Politics, Travel and Wellness. From exploring the future of food in the remote deserts of New Mexico, to navigating West Virginia's bluegrass scene, to profiling some of the biggest risk takers in global business, we tell stories big and small across the country with the aim of informing, inspiring and engaging the largest global digital audience in news today.
The Daily
• Editing an 8 to 10-minute entertainment show
• Coordinating with the show's producers to cut down the raw footage
• Selecting broll, music and ''visual gags'' that will engage the audience
• Providing thumbnail images and headline ideas
• Delivering a high-quality export of the show on deadline
The Essentials
• Ideal candidates will have 4-5+ years of experience in post-production editing software such as Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Experience creating video for digital platforms, particularly YouTube
• Love of all things pop culture, and knowledge of popular shows/music/movies
• Track record of collaborating in a deadline-driven environment.
• A portfolio of proven journalistic credentials, showing editorial judgment, editing skills and creativity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound editorial judgement and ability to collaborate with team members
• Ability to work remotely
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm1pmm-44-222-169-53-42 in your application.