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Finishing Editor

1 month ago


Lincoln, Nebraska, United States University of Nebraska Lincoln Full time

Requisition Number: S_240329

Department: University Television-0912

Description of Work:

Performs technical & creative editing of long and short form programs for local, regional, national and international distribution, color correcting, and creating special effects while ensuring technical standards are met; Operate various technical production equipment for local broadcast and for national sporting events; author DVDs and Blu-Rays, and create files for external clients; shoot single camera video productions. Assist in setting up, shooting, and striking of productions. Administrative work involves routine equipment maintenance, research, and instruction of nonlinear editing and Electronic Field Production. Provide technical support for content editing systems, as well as performing video finishing and remote production duties. Direct training for Avid systems users in the operation of the editing applications, administration of user accounts, technical issues, problem solving and resolution, and media management.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See .

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in broadcasting or related field and one year of experience in editing, DVD/Blu-Ray authoring, and/or single camera EFP shooting or equivalent. Must have a high level of proficiency at operating non-linear editing software. Must be proficient at operating sophisticated computer editors, a wide variety of videotape machines, digital recorders, video cameras, and electronic test equipment. Must also have expertise in a multitude of video and still picture file formats, and the proper method of encoding them. Must have the ability to determine proper video color balance; position a camera and compose and shoot technically and aesthetically pleasing pictures. Must have the ability to make decisions under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three (3) years' experience including any of the following: Avid Media Central PAM and Nexis storage management; Avid Media Composer Editing; color grading software and techniques; all Adobe Creative Cloud elements; multi-camera studio, remote; and/or training others on software and production techniques. Ability to work with and learn from co-workers and to interact with clients and the public in a diplomatic, professional, and credible way.

Posted Salary: $48,000/yr. minimum

Job Type: Full-Time