News Editor

Univision Arizona is seeking a dedicated and creative Editor to cover news events for newscasts. The ideal candidate possesses self-initiative to stay up to date with new and emerging technologies and methods, and has knowledge of video editing concepts and file transfer protocols. This role requires working well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and being available for early morning shifts. The editor will be responsible for daily news stories and special reports, operating LiveU streaming equipment, and collaborating with reporters and producers.

Must Have

• Edit daily news stories and special reports
• Set up and operate LiveU streaming equipment
• Edit materials to match script
• Drive, operate and handle all necessary news equipment
• Keep assigned equipment and/or vehicle in good working condition
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience as photographer/editor
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills, written and oral
• Knowledge of editing software (Premier Pro, Avid or similar)
• Valid California Driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to make sound decisions under extreme deadlines
• Ability to follow directions and incorporate constructive criticism
• Knowledge of digital and social media
• Ability and flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Willingness to work from the office in Sacramento, California
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Good to Have

• Passion for storytelling
• Self-initiative to stay up to date with new and emerging technologies and methods

Perks & Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Employee support programs
• 401K
• Life insurance plans
• Other insurance plans
• Comprehensive and competitive health benefits package
• Medical coverage options
• Dental coverage options
• Vision coverage options

Univision Arizona is seeking a dedicated and creative Editor to cover news events for our newscasts. If you can shoot images that speaks volume, can see beyond the lens and have a passion for storytelling, then we need you.

ABOUT YOU:

The ideal candidate possesses self-initiative to stay up to date with new and emerging technologies and methods. You have knowledge of video editing concepts, file transfer protocols, and you can work well in a fast-paced deadline driven environment. Must be available for early morning shifts.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

• Edit daily news stories and special reports as assigned, with or without a reporter.
• Set up and operate LiveU streaming equipment.
• Edit materials to match script prepared by reporter or producer using on-location facilities or portable equipment.
• Work with reporters and producers and make suggestions on how a story should be produced.
• Be able to drive, operate and handle all necessary news equipment.
• Keep assigned equipment and/or vehicle in good working condition.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum (1) years of experience as photographer/editor
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills, both written and oral
• Knowledge of editing software, such as Premier Pro and Avid or similar editing programs
• Valid California Driver’s license with clean driving record, as driving a news vehicle daily to and from stories is an essential part of the daily routine.
• Must be able to make sound decisions while working under extreme deadlines and must have the ability to follow directions and incorporate constructive criticism into work results.
• Knowledge of digital and social media
• Must have the ability and flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, edit, reach and sit for up to eight (8) hours.
• Must be willing to work from the office in Sacramento, California.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

OUR BENEFITS:

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.