• Lead Video Editor

    Sinclair Broadcast Group (Arlington, VA)


    ABC7 News is seeking a **seasoned, detail-oriented, and creative Lead Video Editor** to join our fast-paced, award-winning newsroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping compelling visual content across broadcast and digital platforms.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Edit video for daily **news coverage** , special projects, and sweeps pieces

    + Ingest and manage news feeds from bureaus and external news organizations

    + Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and producers to craft impactful visual storytelling

    + Meet tight daily deadlines in a high-energy, deadline-driven environment

    + Create and adapt reels and stories for various digital platforms

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s degree or minimum **2 year of relevant experience** in video editing or broadcast news.

    + Proficiency in **Avid NewsCutter XP** and **Adobe Premiere** is strongly preferred

    + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams

    + Passion for news and commitment to journalistic excellence

    + **Flexible schedule** , including availability for nights and weekends

    EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

    Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    About Sinclair

     

    Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at  www.sbgi.net .

     

    About the Team

     

    The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.