Local News Editor

This is a Part Time Job

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WGAL-TV, a Hearst Television NBC affiliate, is seeking a part-time News Editor in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market to edit news stories, videos, and newscasts for multiple platforms, using Adobe Premiere and collaborating with newsroom teams.

• Years of Experience Required: Not mentioned (related experience or military training considered)
• Experience Required: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, experience with nonlinear editing and television production techniques
• Salary: Not mentioned
• Workplace Requirements: In-person attendance required, valid driver's license and good driving record
• Education Requirements: Not mentioned (related experience and/or training considered)
• Hard Skills Required: Nonlinear editing (Adobe Premiere), video editing, ENG and SNG feed management, media file storage and organization
• Soft Skills Required: Multitasking, communication, collaboration, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred Skills/Experience: Final Cut Pro experience, military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS)

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WGAL-TV - Part-Time News Editor
Location: Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA

WGAL-TV, the NBC affiliate in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York market, is seeking a creative and motivated part-time News Editor to join the team. This position will cover news stories and provide editing support for multiple platforms, collaborating with producers, reporters, and managers to deliver high-quality storytelling.

Job Responsibilities:
• Edit news stories, videos, and newscasts for multiple news platforms using Adobe Premiere
• Maintain news archives and ensure proper storage and organization of media files
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and managers to produce compelling stories
• Operate electronic newsgathering equipment and manage ENG and SNG feeds
• Edit various elements such as PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, opens, teases, and preproduction material
• Perform other editing duties as assigned by news managers

Qualifications Requirements:
• Proficiency in nonlinear editing with Adobe Premiere
• Experience with other nonlinear systems like Final Cut Pro is a plus
• Knowledge of current television production techniques
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple editing assignments
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with newsroom teams
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) preferred
• Military on-air producing experience or training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) is a plus

This role is ideal for someone passionate about storytelling and video editing, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.