Video editor
CA, Bakersfield Full-time Mid-level Video Production
At a glance
Mid-level Video Production role at Nexstar. CA, Bakersfield · full-time.
Pay not stated Video Editor salary
RoleVideo Production
SeniorityMid-level
LocationCA, Bakersfield
EmploymentFull-time
PostedJul 29, 2026 · 8w ago
Role brief
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Assemble raw footage into coherent newscast and programming sequences using scripts or instructions
- Review edited material on monitors, then trim, reorder, or correct segments as needed
- Choose effective shots and add the required audio, visual, titling, switching, and digital effects
- Coordinate with colleagues on assignments, finished work, and the effects each piece should deliver
- Maintain editing equipment and operate computer-based video production systems
What you bring
- A high school diploma and fluency in English are required
- At least two years running video editing equipment, plus proficiency with video editing systems
- Strong spoken and written communication, along with comfort using standard office equipment
- You can prioritize competing assignments, meet deadlines, and manage several tasks at once
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-level video editor who can turn scripted footage into polished news and programming content. You should be comfortable handling both creative sequencing and the technical operation of editing, titling, switching, and effects equipment.
From the employer
The News Editor operates editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming.
- Organizes and strings together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or instructions for newscasts and other programming
- Reviews assembled footage on screens or monitors to determine whether corrections are necessary
- Trims filmed segments to specified lengths and reassembles segments into sequences that present stories with maximum effect
- Determines the specific audio and visual effects necessary to complete spots
- Sets up and operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
- Selects and combines the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story
- Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, work product and desired effects.
- Maintains editing equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
- High school diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience operating video editing equipment
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Proficiency with video editing equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Not this one either?
Claude or ChatGPT reads the other 90,537 for you.
Get better matches →
