News Assistant Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Overview:

WRAL-TV is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Part-Time Video Editor to join our studio team. This role is essential for editing video content for newscasts, supporting live production, and ensuring high-quality visual storytelling. The ideal candidate will possess strong news judgment, the ability to work under pressure, and a collaborative mindset. A flexible schedule is required to meet the needs of a dynamic newsroom.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Video Editing: Creatively edit video content to align with scripts for daily newscasts.
• Feed Management: Manage incoming microwave, LiveU, and satellite feeds.
• Content Contribution: Upload and share video assets via email and shared servers.
• Zoom Interviews: Set up and record interviews conducted via Zoom.
• Production Support: Assist the production team in various capacities, including:
  • Handling studio cameras.
  • Floor directing during live newscasts.
• Multitasking: Efficiently manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Creatively edit video to match scripts for daily newscasts.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be adaptable and flexible with changes in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Contribute video via email and shared server.
• Set up and record zoom interviews.
• Assist the production team during newscasts in multiple capacities including teleprompter operation, camera operation, and floor directing.
• Must be able to multi-task efficiently and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a newsroom or broadcast environment.
• Take in microwave, LiveU and satellite feeds.
• Familiarity with industry-standard video editing software such as Edius, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Avid Media Composer.
• Knowledge of live production equipment and processes, including teleprompters, studio cameras, and lighting setups.
• Basic understanding of satellite and live streaming technologies.
• Strong storytelling skills and a keen eye for visual composition.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating with news teams, producers, and reporters to meet editorial objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media Production, Journalism, or a related field.
• Familiarity with WRAL-TV’s standards and commitment to delivering high-quality news content.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these demands.

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• Ability to handle light physical tasks, such as moving equipment or setting up cameras.
• May be required to operate a gimbal for live news casts.

Pre-Employment Information:

• A pre-employment drug screening is required. 
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify. 

EEO Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications company which owns and/or operates WRAL-TV, WRAZ-TV, WRAL-FM, WRAL-HD2, WNGT-CD, WCMC-FM, WCMC-HD1, WDNC-AM, WCMC-HD2, WCMC-HD3, WCLY-AM, WCMC-HD4, Microspace, and WRAL Digital in Raleigh, NC; WILM-TV, WILT-LD and Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC; The Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Bull City Hospitality, and Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC; The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; The Greenville Yard Gnomes in Greenville, NC; the American Underground startup hub in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC; Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC; MoJud Lofts in Greensboro, NC; and The Thread in Rock Hill, SC.