Atlanta’s Gannett owned NBC affiliate, WXIA-TV, and My Network TV, WATL-TV is looking for an experienced editor/video producer. A multimedia video producer uses words, pictures, video and audio to tell compelling stories about people and places in and around the Atlanta DMA on air, online and on mobile platforms with the highest journalistic standards. Successful candidates will possess proficiency in identifying, producing, recording, and editing quality media elements for delivery on multiple platforms including broadcast, broadband, wireless and on-demand systems. Experience in field photography, digital production, journalism, and web-based acquisition and delivery required.

This position will edit videotape and images to distribute as quickly as possible to all of 11Alive’s distribution outlets. Must search for unique video content from multiple sources, including our field crews and network partners, to produce, package and distribute to enrich our news websites. May include working in the field to gather and edit words, images, sounds and editorial information, and convey that information back to the Information Center in a timely manner.

Work-flow will include Web 1.0, HTML, archiving and data retrieval systems, plus traditional broadcast delivery operations using state-of-the-art non-linear edit equipment as well as Web 2.0, emerging video technologies, social networking and data base applications. Knowledge of satellite news gathering, digital electronic news gathering and wireless or IP video transfer systems are strong assets. College degree preferred or related practical experience. Technical skills required include operational knowledge of PC and/or Apple operating systems, Avid XP/Newscutter/Adrenalin or Final Cut expertise.

Media management, strong interpersonal skills, routine PC maintenance and the ability to work in a time-sensitive environment are also key elements of responsibilities. The successful candidate will work well as part of a team in the 11Alive Information Center and be prepared to demonstrate leadership and the ability to mentor other team members. This position may include working various shifts including evenings and weekends.

WATL/WXIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status. We solicit your assistance on this opening and future possible openings. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply by e-mailing resumes to: jobs@11alive.com or fax to: (404) 881-0493 or mail to: WXIA-TV, 1611 West Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. No phone calls please.