Video/Film Editor

Details

Open Date
09/22/2026
Requisition Number
PRN46280B
Job Title
Video/Film Editor
Working Title
Video/Film Editor
Career Progression Track
D
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
30
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday (9am – 5pm) TBD

VP Area
President
Department
00334 - PBS Utah
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
Internal to the University
Pay Rate Range
$24 - $26 per hour/ based on experience
Close Date
09/29/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary

As a part of PBS Utah’s dynamic sponsorship and development teams, the Video Editor will manage the production of sponsor messages and assist with fundraising assets for broadcast and digital platforms.

**About PBS Utah** PBS Utah is Utah’s PBS station, providing the state with access to exceptional content that entertains, informs, and enriches viewers. PBS Utah airs PBS programming, plus award-winning, locally produced documentaries and series. Recognized as one of the leading public television stations in the country, PBS Utah is committed to serving and engaging with the Utah community through its diverse productions, as well as its educational and outreach programs. PBS Utah provides Utahns with relevant programming and community services while maintaining its core values of integrity, fairness, independence, education, and innovation. PBS Utah also provides three additional broadcast channels: WORLD, PBS Kids 24/7, and Create.

Responsibilities

* Manage the production of all business sponsorship and fundraising promos on all broadcast and digital channels on a weekly basis.
* Cross-train to allow back-up support for business sponsorships with the development producer.
* Work with Sales Coordinator, Traffic/Master Control, and editors to ensure smooth workflow, deliver assets, and track projects.
* Work with in-house production teams to coordinate remote shoots, audio recording, or extra production help.
* Keep on top of schedule changes and make necessary adjustments.
* Help maintain promo inventory on station logs.
* Provide support for development producer with pledge drives and other development assets.
* Keep all projects on schedule.
* Assist Community Engagement with video production on occasion.
* Assist KUER with video production and editing for fundraising initiatives on occasion.
* Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Film or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years of demonstrated professional experience in the operation of digital/non-linear editing systems; experience with graphics/VFX software; familiarity with CODECs and compression basics and related software; familiarity with all aspects of television video and audio production including field and studio applications is preferred. Familiarity with PBS and FCC rules and regulations guiding content and presentation of television programming for broadcast is required. The ability to work under deadline pressure, to make creative decisions, be motivated and organized to meet deadlines while assuring high technical and aesthetic standards is required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Applicants should be proficient in Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop (full Premiere/Adobe Suite)

**Preferences:**

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and commitment to working collaboratively with the business sponsorship team, development team, and other internal departments
* Detail-oriented and well-organized
* Hard-working and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
* General understanding of public media and the station’s mission.

Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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