PBS Utah Video Editor - Development Job at University of Utah in Salt Lake City

Open Date: 11/11/2024

Requisition Number: PRN15399N

Job Title: Video/Film Editor

Working Title: PBS Utah Video Editor - Development

Job Grade: D

FLSA Code: Nonexempt

Type: Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary: No

Standard Hours per Week: 19

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule Summary:

• M-F, 8a – 6p. TBD.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Pay Rate Range: $18 - $25 per hour/ based on experience.

Close Date: 02/11/2025

Job Summary:

As a part of PBS Utah’s dynamic sponsorship and development teams, the Video Editor will manage the production of sponsor messages and assist with fundraising assets for broadcast and digital platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the production of all business sponsorship and fundraising promos on all broadcast and digital channels on a weekly basis.
• Cross-train to allow back-up support for business sponsorships with the development producer.
• Provide support for development producer with pledge drives and other development assets.
• Work with Sales Coordinator, Traffic/Master Control, and editors to ensure smooth workflow, deliver assets, and track projects.
• Work with in-house production teams to coordinate remote shoots, audio recording, or extra production help.
• Keep on top of schedule changes and make necessary adjustments.
• Help maintain promo inventory on station logs.
• Keep all projects on schedule.
• Assist KUER with occasional video production and editing for fundraising initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Film or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years of demonstrated professional experience in the operation of digital/non-linear editing systems; experience with graphics/ VFX software; familiarity with CODECs and compression basics and related software; familiarity with all aspects of television video and audio production including field and studio applications is preferred. Familiarity with PBS and FCC rules and regulations guiding content and presentation of television programming for broadcast is required. The ability to work under deadline pressure, to make creative decisions, be motivated and organized to meet deadlines while assuring high technical and aesthetic standards is required.

Preferences:

• Proficient in Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop (full Premiere/Adobe Suite).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and commitment to working collaboratively with the business sponsorship team, development team, and other internal departments.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Hard-working and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• General understanding of public media and the station’s mission.

Special Instructions Summary:

Submit the requested items under the associated document name in bold:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Applicant Document Other: Please provide access to a portfolio or reel of previous video editing work.

Additional Information:

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.