Technician at FOX Entertainment

**Who this is for** A creative and detail-oriented video editor with a strong background in broadcast journalism who is eager to produce high-quality news conte

Work type: onsite

Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Salary: $31 – $49/hr

Type: Full-time

Summary

**Who this is for** A creative and detail-oriented video editor with a strong background in broadcast journalism who is eager to produce high-quality news content. **Key highlights** You will transform raw footage into compelling news packages and show opens, utilizing non-linear editing tools in a fast-paced, live news environment. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Have 3+ years of professional experience using Adobe Premiere Pro for broadcast-quality editing. - Possess strong editorial judgment and a keen eye for graphic storytelling and detail. - Are comfortable collaborating with producers to meet strict deadlines in a live newsroom. - Are proficient in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects, with an interest in technical troubleshooting.

Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

## JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News 32 is seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and creative Video Editor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, solution-oriented, and a team player, with the flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, early mornings, and overnights.  The ability to shoot video is a plus but not required and a willingness to learn other broadcast related skills. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create broadcast-quality content quickly in a live environment with a keen eye for detail.


• Transform raw video into news packages, features, and show opens.


• Develop graphics that enhance the news story.


• Operate efficiently on non-linear edit platforms like Adobe Premiere, or Final Cut Pro.


• Prioritize assignments and adhere to deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in non-linear editing using Adobe Premiere Pro.


• Strong passion for news.


• Proven news editorial judgment and broadcast experience.


• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects.


• Familiarity with iNews or similar newsroom applications.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with producers.


• Capable of taking direction and working independently.


• Interest and ability in technical troubleshooting.


• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overnights.


• Prior news shooting experience preferred


• Familiarity with editing long form content


• Prior news shooting experience preferred


• Familiarity with editing long form content

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