NewsNation - News Video Editor - Part-time
New York City, NY (On-site)
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Description
Editor (Part-Time)
Location: New York, NY (On-Site)Department: Engineering OperationsCompensation: $50-$60/hour
About NewsNation
NewsNation is a national Television News Network owned by Nexstar Media Group, delivering trusted news coverage across Cable, Streaming, and Digital platforms. Our teams in New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC work together to produce high-quality journalism supported by innovative technology and operational excellence.
Position Summary
The Editor creates compelling video content for NewsNation broadcasts and digital platforms. Working closely with Producers and Editorial teams, this role edits daily news content, breaking news, interviews, packages, and long-form projects while maintaining accuracy, speed, and strong editorial judgment.
Key Responsibilities
- Edit VOs, SOTs, teases, interviews, packages, and long-form content for Broadcast and Digital platforms.
- Collaborate with Producers and Editorial teams to execute creative and editorial vision.
- Apply strong news judgment, storytelling, pacing, and attention to detail.
- Organize and prepare media using newsroom and file-transfer systems.
- Manage multiple assignments and meet daily and breaking news deadlines.
- Ensure content meets Editorial, Technical, Branding, and Delivery standards.
- Communicate missing media, unclear instructions, or technical issues.
- Support Special Projects and other production assignments as needed.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Professional Video Editing experience in Network News, Live Television, or a Major-Market Newsroom.
- Advanced Adobe Premiere Pro skills and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Experience with BitCentral or similar Newsroom Media Management platforms.
- Experience with Latakoo or similar media transfer tools.
- Strong news judgment, storytelling ability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced live news environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Frame.io review and approval workflows.
- Familiarity with ENPS or similar Newsroom systems.
- Experience preparing content for both Broadcast and Digital platforms.
- Knowledge of Newsroom style guides and Broadcast technical standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Broadcast Production, Film, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Schedule & Work Environment
- Must be able to report On-Site to NewsNation's New York Newsroom and Production facility.
- Schedule may include Mornings, Evenings, Overnights, Weekends, Holidays, and extended hours.
- Availability for Breaking News and Special Projects is required.
- Attendance, Punctuality, and Schedule flexibility are essential.
Union Representation
This position is represented by IBEW Local 1212 and is covered by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NewsNation and Nexstar Media Group are equal opportunity employers committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.
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, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 316,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with more than 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All Americans,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.
Salaries
Posted range
$50/hr – $60/hr
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