Social Video Editor / Producer
Video Editor Job 53 miles from Newington
Hearst Connecticut Media Group's journalists cover communities all over the state, serving readers across platforms, including our sites like CTInsider.com, app, newsletters, social media accounts and more for nine daily and 21 weekly newspapers. We're looking for an enterprising, audience-focused and collaborative Video Editor / Producer who will be responsible for editing daily, quick turn social videos and larger enterprise projects. They will work closely with the audience staff and reporters and editors across the newsroom to create video content that will reach millions of viewers. This player-coach role represents our desire to continue to push the boundaries of traditional visual storytelling.
Duties and responsibilities:
* Edit, short and long-form social videos that engage readers and reflect the voice of Hearst Connecticut
* Research, pitch and produce original videos that are both informative and entertaining
* Optimize videos across platforms by demonstrating a strong understanding of audience metrics, engagement tactics and search engine optimization. This includes headlines, thumbnails, metadata and more.
* Communicate effectively and collaboratively across departments during breaking and planned news events
* Demonstrate a high comfort level with analyzing and interpreting metrics and using them to inform coverage decisions in real-time and long-term
* Help build and maintain a library of video assets
* Ability to shoot high-quality and raw video, if necessary
* Participate in news meetings to learn how stories take shape and better understand which audiences we're trying to reach
Qualifications:
Experience editing digital media, preferably in a newsroom environment
Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills
Well-versed in quick turn social video editing for platforms like Instagram and YouTube Shorts. You know how to take various raw clips and make a truly fascinating video
Quick, organized, technical problem solver able to consistently meet deadlines
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications or related field preferred
Ability to work a flexible schedule for breaking news and special content opportunities
Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks
The Benefits
* Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
* 401(k) with company matching
* Three weeks vacation annually
* Mobile phone reimbursement
* Paid training opportunities, including journalism conferences
* Flexible spending account
* Parental leave and support
* Employee assistance program
* Health savings account
To apply:
Send a cover letter, resume and clips for review.
HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.
Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you're a passionate, dedicated worker who's interested in Hearst Connecticut Media Group but don't have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table.
Here's a look at Hearst CT's 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion report: **********************
This full-time job with benefits is based in Connecticut and is not eligible for remote candidates.
State Tax Editor/Author
Video Editor Job 6 miles from Newington
As a Thomson Reuters Tax & Accounting Specialist Editor working on Checkpoint Catalyst state content, you will create and maintain content for an exciting product line. This position is an excellent opportunity for tax attorneys who have expertise in state tax, strong analytical and writing skills, and significant practical experience. Come join a team of talented tax professionals who leverage their subject matter expertise to provide trusted answers, insights, and solutions to our Checkpoint Catalyst customers.
About the Role
In this opportunity as Tax & Accounting Specialist Editor for Checkpoint Catalyst, State Tax, you will:
* Interpret and analyze state tax developments across all jurisdictions that relate to your assigned topics
* Incorporate analysis into industry-leading tax research content on Checkpoint Catalyst
* Create practical, value-added editorial insights and advisory tips (observations, illustrations, cautions, and recommendations) to enhance our competitive edge
* Participate in enterprise-wide efforts to harness cutting-edge technological advances and take tax research to the next level
* Leverage industry knowledge in order to create an enhanced digital experience for our customers
* Support our sales, marketing, and customer-facing business partners
About You
You're a fit for the role of Tax & Accounting Specialist Editor for Checkpoint Catalyst, State Tax, if you have:
* Have a J.D. (LL.M preferred)
* Have 7+ years of experience practicing tax law , including state tax experience
* Have excellent writing and research skills
* Can work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure
* Have technical acumen and an enthusiasm about the role of technology in the tax and accounting profession
* Are a team player with a positive attitude who gives and accepts feedback
* Can prioritize, independently manage workload, and work in an agile environment
Note: A writing test is required.
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What's in it For You?
Join us to inform the way forward with the latest AI solutions and address real-world challenges in legal, tax, compliance, and news. Backed by our commitment to continuous learning and market-leading benefits, you'll be prepared to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. This includes:
* Industry-Leading Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
* Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, and hybrid model, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
* Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
* Culture: Globally recognized and award-winning reputation for inclusion, innovation, and customer-focus. Our eleven business resource groups nurture our culture of belonging across the diverse backgrounds and experiences represented across our global footprint.
* Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
* Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
In the United States, Thomson Reuters offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefit package includes market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs, as well as a competitive 401k plan with company match. In addition, Thomson Reuters offers market leading work life benefits with competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off, paid holidays (including two company mental health days off), parental leave, sabbatical leave. These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws. Finally, Thomson Reuters offers the following additional benefits: optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee; optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; fitness reimbursement; access to Employee Assistance Program; Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee; access to 529 Plan; commuter benefits; Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement; and access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations.
Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $114,520 - $212,680.
For any eligible US locations, unless otherwise noted, the base compensation range for this role is $99,400 - $184,600.
This role may also be eligible for an Annual Bonus based on a combination of enterprise and individual performance.
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive Total Reward program which also includes flexible and supportive benefits and other wellbeing programs.
This job posting will close 04/25/2025.
Do you want to be part of a team helping re-invent the way knowledge professionals work? How about a team that works every day to create a more transparent, just and inclusive future? At Thomson Reuters, we've been doing just that for almost 160 years. Our industry-leading products and services include highly specialized information-enabled software and tools for legal, tax, accounting and compliance professionals combined with the world's most global news services - Reuters. We help these professionals do their jobs better, creating more time for them to focus on the things that matter most: advising, advocating, negotiating, governing and informing.
We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments that celebrate diversity and inclusion. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.
Accessibility
As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer providing a drug-free workplace.
We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.
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Intern - Video
Video Editor Job 6 miles from Newington
Sharecare is the leading digital health company that helps people - no matter where they are in their health journey - unify and manage all their health in one place. Our comprehensive and data-driven virtual health platform is designed to help people, providers, employers, health plans, government organizations, and communities optimize individual and population-wide well-being by driving positive behavior change. Driven by our philosophy that we are all together better, at Sharecare, we are committed to supporting each individual through the lens of their personal health and making high- quality care more accessible and affordable for everyone. To learn more, visit ******************
**Job Summary:**
Sharecare is looking for a talented intern to join our team. We need an exemplary individual who can assist the video team in content organization, as well as working in digital video production from development and casting through edit as needed. The ideal candidate is tech savvy, creative, very organized, and exhibits good communication skills.
The Sharecare Video Team intern will work across video team units to gain a full understanding of video goals and strategies from development to distribution, as well as video library maintenance and backend management. Our goal in this internship is to develop and encourage the intern's hard and soft skills for an ever-changing digital media landscape. The intern should be eager to jump into the world of digital video and learn the ropes of production. This individual will work closely with video producers, video editors and backend managers to guide projects that focus on content in the field of health and wellness.
The Sharecare Video team will ensure daily consistency of workflow and output, along with learning opportunities. This includes daily team update calls (based on eastern time zone), clear assignment breakdowns, and inclusion in meetings or shoots related to internship projects or duties.
**Essential Functions:**
· Support producers and editors in video production (news, editorial, and consumer sales projects)
· Assist with daily uploading of video to Sharecare platforms, including YouTube
· Write consumer-facing video descriptions for Sharecare platforms
· Organize and tag video content in online library and media asset management system
· Maintain and update production documents and programming calendars
**Qualifications:**
· An understanding of digital video, with an appreciation for broadcast and social practices
· Solid working knowledge of trends in digital publishing
· Excellent verbal and written skills
· Familiar with news standards
· An eagle-eyed and efficient approach to video editing is ideal, but not necessary
**Specific Skills/Attributes:**
· Understanding of social video formats and guidelines
· Interest in the editorial process
· Ability to multi-task based on priorities
· Must have excellent time management skills
· Must be organized and pay attention to detail
· Health and wellness enthusiast
· Proficiency with editing software including Adobe Premiere and After Effects
Sharecare and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify users. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, equal pay, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Sharecare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and doesn't discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status,or other non-merit factor.
PHOTOGRAPHER/EDITOR - WFSB (Rocky Hill)
Video Editor Job 4 miles from Newington
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WFSB:
Would you like to work in beautiful Southern New England? WFSB in Connecticut provides the community with the dominant #1 rated local award-winning local news, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE Doppler radar, breaking news, traffic, and all the info you need to make it through your day.
Job Summary/Description:
The Photographer shoots and edits videos of various news events and is responsible for capturing the live and recorded visuals of news stories and editing all forms of media for daily news broadcasts, continuous news platforms, and special reports. This position shoots stories in a compelling and brand-focused way to attract the largest audience available to the station's newscasts.
***Please note - the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above***
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Completion of high school.
- Must effectively operate high-tech multi-media equipment including ENG vehicles.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to
***************************************
, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the
Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal
)
WFSB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Developmental Editor
Video Editor Job 48 miles from Newington
Manning Publication publishes books for technology professionals including programmers, system administrators, designers, architects, managers and others. We care about the quality of our books, and we think of our authors as the most valuable part of our business. We work with our authors to coax out of them the best writing they can produce. We consult with technical experts on book proposals and manuscripts, and we may use as many as two dozen reviewers in various stages of preparing a manuscript. The abilities of each author are nurtured to encourage him or her to write a first-rate book.
Job Description
Developmental editor
Manning Publications Co. seeks Developmental Editors to work directly with book authors to create high-quality manuscripts on time. Ideal candidates are critical thinkers who skillfully identify and articulate weaknesses in a manuscript's organization and writing, adopt a coaching/mentoring role with authors, firmly but diplomatically communicate with authors, work both independently and in a distributed team environment, and reliably meet deadlines. Candidates must possess passing knowledge of software concepts and technologies (such as mobile application development, responsive design, cloud computing, big data and analytics, and agile and lean development). This is a great position for someone looking for part-time work (15-20 hours a week).
Primary duties
Coach authors on techniques for how to teach difficult or important concepts in their manuscript
Identify opportunities for authors to improve organization, presentation, clarity, and value to the book's intended audience
Continually assess manuscript content at a high level
Manage the book-development process so that authors are completing manuscripts by due dates
Ensure that manuscripts adhere to Manning's writing guidelines
Provide project status and content assessment to publisher, acquisition editor, development manager and other Manning staff
Contribute to the ongoing assessment and improvement of editorial procedures and standards
Perform occasional tasks related to the marketing of books
Please note: This position does not include copy editing duties
Must have requirements
General understanding of technical concepts, software development, and current industry trends
1+ years previous substantive editing experience
Must be available for a minimum of 20 hours per week (primarily during U.S. business hours).
Strong project- and time-management skills
Excellent organization and multitasking skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, and other tools required in an online environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable communicating via email, Skype, and phone
Must have remote office setup (computer, Internet and email access, reliable phone line)
Preferred qualifications
Previous experience in a book publishing environment
Additional Information
Apply for this position
Email your resume and two references with job DE-2018-8 in the subject line. If selected for an interview, be prepared to complete an editing sample. This is a freelance, telecommute opportunity (no travel).
PHOTOGRAPHER/EDITOR - WFSB (Rocky Hill)
Video Editor Job 4 miles from Newington
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WFSB:
Would you like to work in beautiful Southern New England? WFSB in Connecticut provides the community with the dominant #1 rated local award-winning local news, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE doppler radar, breaking news, traffic, and all the info you need to make it through your day.
Job Summary/Description:
The Photographer shoots and edits videos of various news events and is responsible for capturing the live and recorded visuals of news stories and editing all forms of media for daily news broadcasts, continuous news platforms, and special reports. This position shoots stories in a compelling and brand-focused way to attract the largest audience available to the station's newscasts.
* Please note - the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above*
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Completion of high school.
* Must effectively operate high-tech multi-media equipment including ENG vehicles.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to **************************************** you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WFSB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Assistant Editor WATCH TEAM
Video Editor Job 11 miles from Newington
ESPN's Audience Engagement team is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Editor in support of our delivery of video content to multiple digital platforms, including mobile, web and OTTs. Primary responsibilities include creation of custom artwork viewable by ESPN fans for unauthenticated and authenticated VOD and Live airings.
**Responsibilities:**
+ The Assistant Editor will create VOD and Live airing custom artwork using design software such as Photoshop
+ The Assistant Editor will work with larger Watch team to plan and strategize around custom art needs for upcoming VOD and Live airings
+ The Assistant Editor will ensure custom artwork is accurately uploaded into central art software and displaying correctly across all digital platforms
+ The Assistant Editor will learn and execute additional Audience Engagement tasks as needed, including but not limited to, Watch, Sport Pages, Alerts, Main App and Web Feeds, etc.
**Qualifications:**
+ Minimum 1 year of experience in sports digital media/and or marketing
+ General Photoshop skills
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple and varied tasks
+ Strong sports knowledge relating to teams, players and storylines
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Sports takes place on nights, weekends and holidays - and those shifts will be regular and required
+ Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
**Required Education:**
+ High School Diploma or equivalent
**Preferred Education:**
+ A B.S./B.A. degree in communication arts, journalism or new media or equivalent combination of education experience.
**Additional Information:**
+ Must be able to work nights/weekends/holidays
**Job ID:** 10116996
**Location:** Bristol,Connecticut
**Job Posting Company:** ESPN
ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Videographer - Wggb
Video Editor Job 31 miles from Newington
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WGGB:
2024 Massachusetts Broadcaster's Association Station of the Year Merit, Western Mass News is a licensed television station in Springfield, Massachusetts, and serves the Pioneer Valley. The networks of Western Mass News include ABC 40, Fox 6, and CBS 3. Our three major networks and digital platforms speak daily to over half of Western Mass and the area businesses. We have Western Mass's most live programming, including all the major live sporting events.
Job Description/Summary:
Western Mass News is searching for a videographer to use their skills to visually showcase our stories. They are responsible for shooting the video, as well as editing videos that may be for anchor reads or reporter stories.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Able to multi-task and cover multiple stories within a regular shift
- Able to work as a team with reporters, and other members of the newsroom
- Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications/Requirements:
- College degree in Communications or equivalent, or high school diploma and related work experience
- Familiar with digital video cameras
- Familiar with Avid, and other non-linear editing systems a plus
- Familiar with operating LiveU backpacks
- Good driving record
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to
***************************************
, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the
Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WGGB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Assistant Editor
Video Editor Job 28 miles from Newington
1. Verifies citations, proofreads texts, and recommends modifications or changes to documents, as needed. 2. Drafts annotations of documents and verifies transcriptions of documents for a particular historical or literary period. 3. Researches, edits, and/or writes documentation for inclusion in a publication; accountable for producing valuable scholarly information. 4. Compares previously prepared transcriptions against copies of the handwritten originals. 5. Sets, monitors, and maintains project-specific budgets. 6. Plans and adheres to project-specific schedules. 7. Drafts work-for-hire contracts. 8. Prepares art for publication. 9. Supervises nonexempt employees. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Master's Degree in English or literature appropriate to the collection and three years of experience editing and researching scholarly materials for publication or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Position Focus:
Assist in the preparation of a scholarly edition of the correspondence and papers of Benjamin Franklin. Conduct original research on documents to be included in edition. Keep complete and accurate research notes. Draft annotation for publication, and revise annotation as needed following close reviews by editorial colleagues and the Editor-in-Chief. Check annotation written by other editors for accuracy and completeness. Verify transcriptions of handwritten eighteenth-century texts for publication in the Franklin Papers volumes. Tandem-proofread from in-house photostats and check transcriptions against original documents at other libraries and archives. Share in general editorial tasks of proofreading page proofs. Assist in analytical indexing. Respond to research inquiries. May perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Demonstrated ability to read and transcribe 18th century handwriting. PhD in Early American History. Advanced archival research skills. Experience in documentary editing.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
Assistant Editor WATCH TEAM
Video Editor Job 11 miles from Newington
ESPN's Audience Engagement team is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Editor in support of our delivery of video content to multiple digital platforms, including mobile, web and OTTs. Primary responsibilities include creation of custom artwork viewable by ESPN fans for unauthenticated and authenticated VOD and Live airings.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Editor will create VOD and Live airing custom artwork using design software such as Photoshop
The Assistant Editor will work with larger Watch team to plan and strategize around custom art needs for upcoming VOD and Live airings
The Assistant Editor will ensure custom artwork is accurately uploaded into central art software and displaying correctly across all digital platforms
The Assistant Editor will learn and execute additional Audience Engagement tasks as needed, including but not limited to, Watch, Sport Pages, Alerts, Main App and Web Feeds, etc.
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year of experience in sports digital media/and or marketing
General Photoshop skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple and varied tasks
Strong sports knowledge relating to teams, players and storylines
Preferred Qualifications:
Sports takes place on nights, weekends and holidays - and those shifts will be regular and required
Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
A B.S./B.A. degree in communication arts, journalism or new media or equivalent combination of education experience.
Additional Information:
Must be able to work nights/weekends/holidays
Job Posting Segment:
ESPN Digital, Social & Streaming Content
Job Posting Primary Business:
Audience Engagement
Primary Job Posting Category:
Digital Content Editorial
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Bristol, CT, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-03-20
Assistant Editor WATCH TEAM
Video Editor Job 11 miles from Newington
ESPN's Audience Engagement team is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Editor in support of our delivery of video content to multiple digital platforms, including mobile, web and OTTs. Primary responsibilities include creation of custom artwork viewable by ESPN fans for unauthenticated and authenticated VOD and Live airings.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Editor will create VOD and Live airing custom artwork using design software such as Photoshop
The Assistant Editor will work with larger Watch team to plan and strategize around custom art needs for upcoming VOD and Live airings
The Assistant Editor will ensure custom artwork is accurately uploaded into central art software and displaying correctly across all digital platforms
The Assistant Editor will learn and execute additional Audience Engagement tasks as needed, including but not limited to, Watch, Sport Pages, Alerts, Main App and Web Feeds, etc.
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year of experience in sports digital media/and or marketing
General Photoshop skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple and varied tasks
Strong sports knowledge relating to teams, players and storylines
Preferred Qualifications:
Sports takes place on nights, weekends and holidays - and those shifts will be regular and required
Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
A B.S./B.A. degree in communication arts, journalism or new media or equivalent combination of education experience.
Additional Information:
Must be able to work nights/weekends/holidays
Job Posting Segment:
ESPN Digital, Social & Streaming Content
Job Posting Primary Business:
Audience Engagement
Primary Job Posting Category:
Digital Content Editorial
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Bristol, CT, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-03-20
Developmental Editor
Video Editor Job 48 miles from Newington
Manning Publication publishes books for technology professionals including programmers, system administrators, designers, architects, managers and others. We care about the quality of our books, and we think of our authors as the most valuable part of our business. We work with our authors to coax out of them the best writing they can produce. We consult with technical experts on book proposals and manuscripts, and we may use as many as two dozen reviewers in various stages of preparing a manuscript. The abilities of each author are nurtured to encourage him or her to write a first-rate book.
Job Description
Developmental editor
Manning Publications Co. seeks Developmental Editors to work directly with book authors to create high-quality manuscripts on time. Ideal candidates are critical thinkers who skillfully identify and articulate weaknesses in a manuscript's organization and writing, adopt a coaching/mentoring role with authors, firmly but diplomatically communicate with authors, work both independently and in a distributed team environment, and reliably meet deadlines. Candidates must possess passing knowledge of software concepts and technologies (such as mobile application development, responsive design, cloud computing, big data and analytics, and agile and lean development). This is a great position for someone looking for part-time work (15-20 hours a week).
Primary duties
Coach authors on techniques for how to teach difficult or important concepts in their manuscript
Identify opportunities for authors to improve organization, presentation, clarity, and value to the book's intended audience
Continually assess manuscript content at a high level
Manage the book-development process so that authors are completing manuscripts by due dates
Ensure that manuscripts adhere to Manning's writing guidelines
Provide project status and content assessment to publisher, acquisition editor, development manager and other Manning staff
Contribute to the ongoing assessment and improvement of editorial procedures and standards
Perform occasional tasks related to the marketing of books
Please note: This position does not include copy editing duties
Must have requirements
General understanding of technical concepts, software development, and current industry trends
1+ years previous substantive editing experience
Must be available for a minimum of 20 hours per week (primarily during U.S. business hours).
Strong project- and time-management skills
Excellent organization and multitasking skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Adobe Acrobat, and other tools required in an online environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable communicating via email, Skype, and phone
Must have remote office setup (computer, Internet and email access, reliable phone line)
Preferred qualifications
Previous experience in a book publishing environment
Additional Information
Apply for this position
Email your resume and two references with job DE-2018-8 in the subject line. If selected for an interview, be prepared to complete an editing sample. This is a freelance, telecommute opportunity (no travel).
Assistant Editor WATCH TEAM
Video Editor Job 11 miles from Newington
ESPN's Audience Engagement team is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Editor in support of our delivery of video content to multiple digital platforms, including mobile, web and OTTs. Primary responsibilities include creation of custom artwork viewable by ESPN fans for unauthenticated and authenticated VOD and Live airings.
Responsibilities:
* The Assistant Editor will create VOD and Live airing custom artwork using design software such as Photoshop
* The Assistant Editor will work with larger Watch team to plan and strategize around custom art needs for upcoming VOD and Live airings
* The Assistant Editor will ensure custom artwork is accurately uploaded into central art software and displaying correctly across all digital platforms
* The Assistant Editor will learn and execute additional Audience Engagement tasks as needed, including but not limited to, Watch, Sport Pages, Alerts, Main App and Web Feeds, etc.
Qualifications:
* Minimum 1 year of experience in sports digital media/and or marketing
* General Photoshop skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple and varied tasks
* Strong sports knowledge relating to teams, players and storylines
Preferred Qualifications:
* Sports takes place on nights, weekends and holidays - and those shifts will be regular and required
* Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
Required Education:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
* A B.S./B.A. degree in communication arts, journalism or new media or equivalent combination of education experience.
Additional Information:
* Must be able to work nights/weekends/holidays