Videographer / Editor

Job Description

Videographer / Editor - KKTV

VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR (P/T) - KKTV

At Gray Television, Inc., we offer employees the opportunity to connect with something larger than ourselves. Each day, our employees work alongside great people on fast-paced exciting and innovative projects that inspire change in the world around us. At GrayTV, our employees know that growth opportunities are endless and possibilities are all around us.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Safe harbor 401(k) Plan with matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Major Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Employer contributions towards HSA plans
• Flex benefits, including healthcare and dependent care FSA plans
• Employer Paid Life
• Short and Long-term disability
• Voluntary plans, including hospital indemnity, critical illness, whole life and accident insurance
• 10 paid company holidays, plus PTO
• Wellness initiatives and other exciting work-life programs

About KKTV:

KKTV is located in picturesque Downtown Colorado Springs in Colorado, and with breathtaking views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, it's immediately easy to see why people are flocking to colorful Southern Colorado! KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even better place to live and work.

Job Summary/Description: Job Pay (Hourly/Salary): $15.00 (per hr.)

KKTV is currently seeking a Videographer/Editor to produce dynamic, quality newscasts that represent the philosophy and standards established by the News Director. Also, to provide solid reporting on all types of daily news stories.

Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Produce top-quality video as assigned
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license
• Good sight and hearing, excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to routinely lift and move approximately 50 pounds
• Familiarity with social media
• High degree of journalistic integrity and professionalism
• Proven ability to work well with other people and to work under pressure of a deadline
• Indoor and outdoor work in a variety of weather as well as considerable amount of time driving
• Requires use, lifting and moving of cameras, audio equipment, TVU Packs, broadcast lighting equipment, tripods, newsroom computers with dual screens, and live pack gear
• Videotape editors are responsible for editing videotape for 11 News programs
• Editor is responsible for meeting all video deadlines for assigned shows
• Constant communication with the show producer during preparation for the shows.
• Videotape editors are expected to edit stories to script to ensure the best pictures for the news story
• Edit video from national feeds as well as tape shot locally in the field.
• Responsible for taking daily and special feeds from KCNC in Denver and other outside sources
• Log and archive tapes from assigned shows into computer system and tape log sheets
• Responsible for putting master tapes and feed tapes away after each show
• Editor also rolls and maintains air-check tapes for assigned shows
• Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
• Ability to grasp production team's needs and specifications
• Review shooting script and raw material to create a shot decision list based on scenes' value and contribution to continuity
• Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the film
• Input music, dialogue, graphics and effects
• Create rough and final cuts
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
• Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry's best practices to maximize efficiency

Qualifications/Requirements:
• 2 years at a broadcast station as a news photographer/ 2 years producing experience preferred
• Reporting experience a plus, remote experience desirable
• College degree in film studies, cinematography or related field preferred but not required
• Knowledge of news writing, show producing, and television news photography helpful
• Demonstrate video editing ability through a strong portfolio
• Commensurate with abilities and experience
• Newsroom leadership experience preferred but not required
• Clean driving record and a valid driver's license
• This is an hourly position with no benefits and weekend hours
• Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the application process which includes drug screening

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g65x70-3-141-24-134-42 in your application.