Multi-Platform Editor - WFXT TV

Position Overview

WFXT TV is looking for a Multi-Platform Editor/Videographer to join the Boston 25 News team!

If you are a skilled video editor with an eye for composition and an ear for sound but want to grow into a multi-skilled content creator, WFXT Boston 25 wants to talk to you.

In this job, you will work with producers and reporters to edit video that will air across 13 hours of daily news coverage on-air. You will also work with our digital content center to create material for our streaming channels, website, news/weather apps, and social media platforms.

You will also have the opportunity to train as a videographer, with the goal of being able to go out into the field to gather and create content for our linear and digital platforms.

The successful candidate must be organized, self-motivated, possess excellent people skills, deadline oriented, have a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude, you must also be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for editing stories daily under tight deadlines 
• Responds and works well in a crisis and during breaking news and handles last minute and unexpected changes professionally 
• Create digital content, edit social videos and post to social media 
• Comes prepared for editorial and other meetings and contributes story ideas daily bringing creative energy to the table 
• Works assigned shifts and fills in for absent co-workers if needed on all shifts. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules including when called to cover breaking news 
• Acts in a professional, courteous manner when representing the station and the news department. Looks presentable and neat on the job. 
• Perform news operations duties as needed 

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year non-linear TV news editing experience required. TV News photography experience a plus
• Knowledge of current broadcast cameras and LIVE equipment including live trucks and live backpacks a plus
• Must be reliable and able to work additional hours if needed as well as travel as required
• Good news judgment and thorough understanding of daily news content required as well as thorough understanding of journalistic ethics and libel laws 
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. 
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and walk long distances 
• Must be able to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. 
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Avid/Adobe After Effects Knowledge 
• College Degree in Communication or Journalism