Local News Editor (Part Time)

KOCO, the ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, has an opening for a highly motivated and creative Local News Editor to work in a very competitive news market. This position will cover news stories as assigned. Our ideal candidate has an excellent eye for visual compelling storytelling and is passionate about combining strong writing and storytelling with great pictures and sound. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

• Edit stories, videos, and newscasts on tight deadlines.
• Maintain news archives.
• Nonlinear editing (using Adobe Premiere) of newscast elements including PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, opens, teases and preproduction material.
• Effectively collaborates with producers, reporters and managers to produce high quality stories.
• Ensuring proper storage and organization of media files.
• Maintaining standards for all edited material.
• Taking in ENG and SNG feeds.
• Any other editing duties as assigned by news managers.
• In-person attendance is required

• Preferred experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) required.
• Proficiency in editing with Adobe Premiere.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple editing assignments under strict deadlines.
• Knowledge of current video production techniques.
• Familiarity with mass communications law and media responsibilities.
• Ability to record multiple feeds on a digital encoding system.
• Ability to search for source materials from multiple outlets and platforms.
• Able to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment with calm, skilled execution.
• Possess a valid drivers' license and good driving record.
• Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) is a plus
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all backgrounds, perspectives and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.