WCNC-TV in Charlotte is currently seeking a highly skilled Video Editor/Photojournalist to join our Wake-Up Charlotte news team. As a Video Editor/Photojournalist, you will play a crucial role in creating captivating and shareable content for television, social media, and mobile platforms. This dynamic position will require a mix of in-house editing for newscasts and fieldwork, ensuring our audience receives high-quality and engaging news coverage. We are looking for individuals who possess a keen artistic eye, a deep understanding of editing and photography techniques, and a passion for storytelling.

If you are a talented Video Editor/Photojournalist with a passion for storytelling and a commitment to delivering high-quality news content, we encourage you to apply and be part of the Wake-Up Charlotte team at WCNC-TV. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the world of news and journalism.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Collaborate with the news team to generate visually appealing and compelling news stories for multiple platforms, including television, social media, and mobile.
• Video Editing: Edit news footage, interviews, and other video content to produce polished and impactful news segments. Use the latest editing software and tools to enhance video quality and storytelling.
• Photography: Capture high-quality video that support news stories and engage the audience. Stay up to date with the latest tools and industry standards.
• Fieldwork: Participate in field assignments to gather news stories, conduct interviews, and capture video footage. Use live news gathering tools, such as TVU, and Dejero to ensure real-time coverage.
• Storytelling: Craft compelling narratives that resonate with viewers, using both video and graphics as storytelling mediums. Collaborate with reporters and producers to develop story ideas.
• Equipment Management: Ensure the proper maintenance and care of camera equipment, editing hardware, and software tools.
• Deadline Adherence: Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines for both newscast editing and field reporting, ensuring content is delivered on time for broadcast and online publication.
• Technical Proficiency: Stay current with the latest advancements in editing software, photography tools, and live news gathering technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with reporters, producers, and fellow editors to produce comprehensive news stories. Adapt to various roles within the newsroom as needed.
• Social Media Integration: Optimize content for social media platforms, tailoring videos, and images for maximum engagement and shareability.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in video editing and photography.
• Proficiency in industry-standard editing software (e.g., Edius, Adobe Premiere Pro,).
• Familiarity with photography equipment, techniques, and standards.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong storytelling and creative skills.
• Knowledge of live news gathering tools like TVU is a plus.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced news environment.
• Travel: Occasionally: 10-25%
• Work Environment Set: Outdoors: performed in various outdoor environmental conditions
• Physical Demands Set: Light work: Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

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