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Editor Engineer, Per Diem

Newsnation

Chicago, IL 04-21-2025
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  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Entry (0-2 years) Experience
Job Description
The Editor/Engineer, Per Diem is responsible for reviewing, editing and assuring accurate timing of WGN Local and NewsNation programming.
RESPONSIBILTIES:
• Record and do any required editing for WGN public affairs programs
• Record and do any required editing for WGN sports programs
• Edit Community Calendar
• Prep commercials for WGN and NewsNation
• Edit NewsNation programs that are needed for encore playback
• Generate captions for any edited material
• Deals directly with engineering for maintenance
• Coordinate with EIC for show and commercial delivery
• Coordinator of IFB Bunker
• Operation of Master Control automation systems
• Assumes job duties of absent department staff
REQUIRMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years experience in a similar television work environment
• Experience with Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of Florical and BitCentral preferred
• Computer skills with working knowledge of Windows Word and Excel desired
• Good communication skills
• Excellent organizational and detail skills in order to meet telecast deadlines
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends
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Compensation:
$21.33 to $44.97 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-o1w9v2-18-191-125-73-42 in your application.

Salary Details
Salary Range: $21.33 to $44.97 Per Hour ($ USD)
Company Profile
Newsnation

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.