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VOD ABC News

Disney

New York, NY 10-26-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
ABC News is looking for a full time VOD Editor! This role includes clipping and distribution of short and long form ABC News video for digital platforms and clients. The ideal candidate must be able to work well both independently and in collaboration with colleagues, using editorial judgment, with high attention to detail. Experience editing with Avid Media Composer in a professional environment is required; knowledge of After Effects is a plus. Previous live news work experience is preferred.

VOD editors will work with content from ABC News network broadcasts and ABC News Live, review show rundowns, and package videos for digital platforms. This position pivots between Avid editing to web tools for CMS publishing. Packaged video assets are published to ABC News digital platforms and to a slate of distribution clients.

Must be willing to work early morning hours and weekends. Flexibility around special event and breaking news coverage.

Responsibilities:
• Basic editing of news video on Avid Media Composer
• Use of web tools to publish and distribute video content
• Organization of show rundowns and clearance information
• Metadata management
• Writing accurate editorial copy for videos
• Recognize and prioritize developing and breaking news stories
• SEO implementation
• Closed captioning
• Quality assurance of video content across digital platforms
• Clear communication
• Support a positive work environment

Required Qualifications:
• Avid Media Composer experience required
• Avid Interplay experience preferred
• Knowledge of current and historical events
• Experience in media journalism or a live news work environment
• 2 plus years of related experience

Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

ABC News is America's No. 1 news source, providing straightforward, fact-driven journalism across broadcast, streaming, digital and audio. ABC's award-winning programs include ''Good Morning America,'' ''World News Tonight with David Muir,'' ''Nightline,'' ''20/20,'' ''This Week with George Stephanopoulos,'' ''GMA3: What You Need to Know,'' and ''The View''. Other platforms include ABC News Live, the network's 24/7 streaming channel; ABC News Studios, a premium, narrative nonfiction original production house; ABC News Digital, comprised of a diverse audience of more than 53 million monthly average users; ABC Audio, the premier source for radio news and industry-leading podcasts; FiveThirtyEight, renowned data journalism organization; and NewsOne, the affiliate news service. Based in New York City, ABC News is comprised of three US bureaus and eight international bureaus, with a presence in more than 20 countries around the world.

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $66,500 to $89,100 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About ABC News:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company's streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjy462-44-197-101-251-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $66,500 to $89,100 Per Year ($ USD)