Finishing Editor

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: about 13 hours ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Finishing Editor
Department University Television-0912
Requisition Number S_240329
Posting Open Date 04/15/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 04/25/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Performs technical & creative editing of long and short form programs for local, regional, national and international distribution, color correcting, and creating special effects while ensuring technical standards are met; Operate various technical production equipment for local broadcast and for national sporting events; author DVDs and Blu-Rays, and create files for external clients; shoot single camera video productions. Assist in setting up, shooting, and striking of productions. Administrative work involves routine equipment maintenance, research, and instruction of nonlinear editing and Electronic Field Production. Provide technical support for content editing systems, as well as performing video finishing and remote production duties. Direct training for Avid systems users in the operation of the editing applications, administration of user accounts, technical issues, problem solving and resolution, and media management.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting or related field and one year of experience in editing, DVD/Blu-Ray authoring, and/or single camera EFP shooting or equivalent. Must have a high level of proficiency at operating non-linear editing software. Must be proficient at operating sophisticated computer editors, a wide variety of videotape machines, digital recorders, video cameras, and electronic test equipment. Must also have expertise in a multitude of video and still picture file formats, and the proper method of encoding them. Must have the ability to determine proper video color balance; position a camera and compose and shoot technically and aesthetically pleasing pictures. Must have the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years’ experience including any of the following: Avid Media Central PAM and Nexis storage management; Avid Media Composer Editing; color grading software and techniques; all Adobe Creative Cloud elements; multi-camera studio, remote; and/or training others on software and production techniques. Ability to work with and learn from co-workers and to interact with clients and the public in a diplomatic, professional, and credible way.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $48,000/yr. minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Nebraska Public Media Human Resources
[email protected]
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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