NEWS & SPORTS VIDEO EDITOR KPHOKTVK
Phoenix, NM - USA
Job Summary
About Gray Media:
Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KTVK:
Home to CBS 5 3TV and Arizonas Family Sports Arizonas Family produces more than 100 hours of local news and programming every week. CBS 5 is Arizonas Most-Watched Television Station driven by the power of CBS programming and sports while 3TV is one of the strongest Independent television stations in the country with its highly-rated morning show Good Morning Arizona. And the reach of Arizonas Family doesnt stop with linear television. is the markets top performer in local multi-platform unique users. It is also home to Arizonas Family Originals. Our in-house original content production team works on several long-form programs documentaries docuseries and original podcasts including True Crime Arizona which is nearing 2 million downloads.
Arizonas Family Sports is home to the states premier sports franchises including the Arizona Cardinals Phoenix Suns Phoenix Mercury Phoenix Rising and the Arizona Interscholastic Association high school state championships.
Job Summary/Description:
Can you tell a story that stops a scroll and commands a screen Are you the kind of editor who lives for the adrenaline of a breaking news cycle but also knows exactly how to cut a sports highlight reel that feels like a cinematic masterpiece Arizonas Family is looking for a versatile high-energy News & Sports Video Editor to join our powerhouse team in Phoenix. We dont just cut tape herewe craft visual experiences across broadcast social and digital platforms that empower Arizonans to live their best lives. If youre a technical wizard with a creative soul and a get it done attitude we want to see your reel.
Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
What Youll Do:
Craft compelling narratives: Edit high-impact video for news sports and special projects across all platforms (TV web and social).
Own the sports beat: Cut fast-paced highlights and features for the Arizona Family Sports network that capture the heart of the game.
Produce and edit sports podcasts: Collaborate directly with the sports department to bring our sports podcasts to life with high-quality audio and video production.
Drive social engagement: Create platform-specific content that feels native to Instagram TikTok and Xbecause digital isnt an afterthought here.
Capture the action: Step behind the lens to shoot high-quality video in the field when the story calls for it.
Manage the feed: Acquire and route video feeds from satellite microwave and backpacks ensuring our field crews are always ready for air.
Master the workflow: Work closely with the Chief News Editor to keep our content management and archive systems running like a well-oiled machine.
Collaborate in real-time: Communicate with control rooms and field crews with urgency and precision to execute flawless live broadcasts.
What You Bring:
Non-linear expertise: Youre a pro with modern editing software and understand the technical nuances of digital workflows.
A dual-threat mindset: Youre just as comfortable editing a hard news package as you are a hype video for a Friday night kickoff.
Visual storytelling chops: You have an eye for great shots and an ear for perfect pacing.
Field readiness: Experience (or a strong desire to learn) shooting video in the fieldyou arent afraid to leave the edit suite.
Digital fluency: You understand what makes a video go viral and how to optimize content for different social platforms.
Grace under pressure: You thrive in a fast-paced high-stress environment and never miss a deadline (even when the clock is ticking down).
Technical savvy: Familiarity with receiving feeds and managing assets in a content management system.
Team-first attitude: Youre a communicator who lifts up the team and is always looking for ways to improve the final product.
Why Youll Love It Here:
Be a part of a powerhouse: Work for Arizonas most-watched station and a leader in multi-platform innovation.
Real community impact: Your work helps raise millions for local charities and powers movements like our Surprise Squad.
Creative freedom: We value scrappiness and digital-first thinkingif you have a great idea for a social edit we want to hear it.
Growth opportunities: At Gray Media we focus on the training and development of the best and brightest in the business.
Qualifications/Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism/Production Communications or equivalent experience preferred
Two years experience working as a news video editor in a television news environment preferred
Strong understanding of non-linear editing
Familiarity with receiving video feeds from satellite microwave backpack and other transmission sources preferred
Must be able to work accurately in a fast-paced high-stress environment while consistently meeting deadlines
Must possess an understanding of current journalism standards
Strong technical and organizational skills
If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KPHO/KTVK-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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About Company
Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN and GTN.A) owns and/or operates over 100 television stations across 56 television markets that collectively broadcast more than 200 program streams including 103 channels affiliated with the CBS Network, the NBC Network, the ABC Network and the FOX Net ... View more