What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Editor/Videographer position at Las Vegas Review-Journal?
Position Description:
The Video Editor/Videographer will be responsible for gathering information, shooting, editing, and delivering video news content for reviewjournal.com and our Spanish language platforms to support espanol.reviewjournal.com. This covers a variety of content including but not limited to: breaking news and feature stories.
Standards of Performance:
Editing daily news updates for various platforms.
Gathering editorial information via phone, internet, working with Review-Journal news staff, as well as on location assignments.
Creating video packages.
Ensure content deadlines are met.
Check all writing and video for accuracy, following Review-Journal editorial standards.
Edit content and upload all content to various platforms including but not limited to YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and website using appropriate software.
Create graphics to be used within video content.
Keep abreast of national and local news/sports and social content.
Produce and curate daily content uploads in a variety of content management systems.
Work collaboratively with all members of the newsroom and other departments as required.
Ability to learn digital analytics, applying best business practices.
Requirements:
Proficient in delivering our content in both English and Spanish as needed.
1-2 years editing experience preferred
1-2 years on camera experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
News writing following AP and Review-Journal standards.
Ability to meet deadlines and work well in a live video environment.
Ability to work as a team player in the newsroom and build news contacts in the community.
Ability to work a flexible schedule for breaking news and special content opportunities.
Shoot, edit video with speed, efficiency and creativity in studio, newsroom, or field environment.
Preferred experience working with the following platforms:
Premiere Pro, After Effects, Panasonic video equipment, LiveU, Instagram, Facebook, X
Must have a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.