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WHYY · 1 month ago

Multimedia Editor Production Technician

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

WHYY is a leading public media provider serving the Philadelphia region with trusted journalism and local arts programming. They are seeking a Multimedia Editor/Production Technician to shape stories through editing, using tools like Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere, while also supporting field and studio productions as needed.

Broadcasting

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Edit short- and long-form video content using Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere

Use Adobe After Effects to create and refine graphics, motion elements, titles, lower thirds, and transitional animations

Mix and sweeten audio; integrate music and sound design for clarity, tone, and emotional impact

Prepare final outputs for broadcast, streaming, and social platforms, ensuring correct formatting and technical specifications

Maintain project organization, version control, backups, and archiving workflows

Adapt edited content for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and WHYY.org

Apply best practices for aspect ratios, captions, visual accessibility, metadata, and platform-specific pacing

Create social cutdowns and promotional clips tied to engagement strategy and audience reach

Support field and studio productions by assisting with camera, lighting, and audio setup

Ensure footage is captured to support smooth and efficient post-production workflows

Provide technical troubleshooting and operational support for shoots, live events, and studio sessions

Work closely with producers, hosts, and content teams to interpret editorial goals and narrative direction

Coordinate timelines, media management, and delivery schedules across multiple simultaneous projects

Stay informed about emerging editing, graphics, and media workflow tools to help refine production processes

Qualification

Avid Media ComposerAdobe PremiereAdobe After EffectsAudio post-productionCamera systems knowledgeDigital video codecsTechnical troubleshootingCollaboration skillsProject organization