Video Editor, The National News Desk

This is your chance to be part of an amazing team and to support a Washington, D.C.-based national evening newscast. We are seeking a full-time Video Editor. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different. The kind of coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives - but that they cannot find anywhere else.

Responsibilities will involve editing video for broadcast and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be able to juggle projects and be able to handle multiple deadlines per week. You should have strong editing skills in non-linear edit systems, possess excellent people skills, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. A passion for story telling is essential in this position. Collaboration is a big part of this role!

Requirements:

• Experience with non-linear editing systems like AVID Media Composer, Adobe Premiere
• Experience with systems like iNews, ENPS
• Edit multiple videos for broadcast/social media/digital per day
• Ability to edit text on video and tell a story 'silently' for social media
• Strong interest in news
• Edit multiple videos for broadcast/social media/digital per day
• Archive video for future use
• Gather video from multiple sources to enhance video stories
• Be an aggressive team-player who can produce great stories under tight deadlines
• Technical knowledge of editing and photo equipment is required
• Ability to execute quickly during breaking news events
• Must be a self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas daily
• Ability to demonstrate creativity in story-telling.
• Ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule is required

Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
• At least two (2) years of broadcast video editing experience is required
• Experience on AVID and Premiere editing systems required
• Providing an editing reel is strongly preferred
• Must be able to lift and carry between 25 and 50 pounds on a regular basis

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.

Client-provided location(s): Arlington, VA

Job ID: sinclair-15941

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-31T19:53:34