TMZ
Web Editor
Remote Middle $4.9k/mo
Summary
TMZ (part of FOX Entertainment) is hiring a Web Editor to edit and prepare video for publication in a fast-paced news environment. The role supports web and mobile distribution by sourcing and developing stories and producing edited video assets with strong editorial judgment.
What you'll do
- Edit video/audio using Adobe Premiere for web publication and partner distribution
- Create and export thumbnail images using Photoshop
- Cut and export files for distribution to affiliates and other outlets
- Pitch, source, and develop stories for TMZ websites
- Work with online video platforms and CMS tools (e.g., YouTube, JW Player)
- Troubleshoot video/audio playback issues
- Convert and transcode video across multiple formats
Requirements
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere
- Photoshop skills
- Strong editorial judgment and creative storytelling ability
- Familiarity with video formats (e.g., MPEG, MP4, MOV)
- Basic web development / HTML knowledge
- Knowledge of online video platforms and a CMS (e.g., YouTube, JW Player)
- Familiarity with a media management system
- Team player able to collaborate across teams
- Ability to work full-time onsite from the Playa Vista location
- Experience editing news stories (preferred)
Conditions
- Location: onsite in Playa Vista
- Schedule: full-time; regularly scheduled for a 50-hour work week (overtime not guaranteed)
- Pay: $22.00–$23.50 per hour (final offer depends on education, skills, experience, and location)
- Benefits: medical/dental/vision, insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits per plan documents (union roles per collective bargaining agreement where applicable)