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News Editor roles at U.S. outlets can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Editorial leadership experience and a journalism or communications degree strengthen your sponsorship case considerably.
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KSBW-TV/ccABC/Estrella, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. We are seeking a Videographer with the ability to capture the essence of what’s happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. We are also seeking an editor who can simultaneously coordinate feeds, edit with both the eye and ear in mind, and coordinate content elements for multiple shows. This member of our team will spend several hours each day editing for newscasts and several hours each day out in the field shooting video, editing, and executing live shots for stories. The winning candidate is also tech savvy and up-to-date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must be able to shoot on Sony XD Cam, GoPro, on laptop computer and iPhone, and edit in Adobe Premiere and utilize the ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, ABC and CNN platforms are critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards are a must. If you are quick acting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom. You will report to the News Director.
Responsibilities:
- Shooting video and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings
- Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories
- Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms
- Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
- Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound
- Communicating and coordinating incoming video elements from crews in the field
- Can work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video
- Will produce and publish content to our online platforms
- Must be flexible with hours and shifts including working nights, weekends, and holidays
REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess knowledge of Non Linear Editing software such as Adobe Premiere
- Previous newsroom experience preferred
- Related military experience will be considered
- Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Efficient Operation on ENG trucks
- Can work in all weather conditions
- Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver’s license and a near-perfect driving record
- Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
- Can organize and prioritize
- Must be a self-starter - someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do
- Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
- Bilingual a Plus
- In-person attendance is required
- Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
- Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered
- FAA Part 107 Drone Licensed a Plus
Please include a demo reel or link to demo. Applicants without a demo will not be considered.
No Calls Please
VALUES IN ACTION
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
BENEFITS
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet you and your family's needs
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $45,000 and $50,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
INTRODUCTION
KSBW-TV/ccABC/Estrella, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. We are seeking a Videographer with the ability to capture the essence of what’s happening in the field, and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. We are also seeking an editor who can simultaneously coordinate feeds, edit with both the eye and ear in mind, and coordinate content elements for multiple shows. This member of our team will spend several hours each day editing for newscasts and several hours each day out in the field shooting video, editing, and executing live shots for stories. The winning candidate is also tech savvy and up-to-date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must be able to shoot on Sony XD Cam, GoPro, on laptop computer and iPhone, and edit in Adobe Premiere and utilize the ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed completed work to the station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, ABC and CNN platforms are critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards are a must. If you are quick acting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom. You will report to the News Director.
Responsibilities:
- Shooting video and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings
- Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories
- Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms
- Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered
- Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound
- Communicating and coordinating incoming video elements from crews in the field
- Can work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video
- Will produce and publish content to our online platforms
- Must be flexible with hours and shifts including working nights, weekends, and holidays
REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess knowledge of Non Linear Editing software such as Adobe Premiere
- Previous newsroom experience preferred
- Related military experience will be considered
- Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Efficient Operation on ENG trucks
- Can work in all weather conditions
- Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver’s license and a near-perfect driving record
- Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools
- Can organize and prioritize
- Must be a self-starter - someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do
- Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions
- Bilingual a Plus
- In-person attendance is required
- Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
- Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered
- FAA Part 107 Drone Licensed a Plus
Please include a demo reel or link to demo. Applicants without a demo will not be considered.
No Calls Please
VALUES IN ACTION
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
BENEFITS
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet you and your family's needs
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $45,000 and $50,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a News Editor
Document your editorial portfolio strategically
Assemble bylines, masthead credits, and performance metrics before you apply. PERM requires your employer to define the role's minimum requirements, and your credentials must match those requirements exactly, so gaps in documentation can delay certification.
Target outlets with prior PERM filings
Large newspaper groups, digital publishers, and broadcast companies have dedicated HR and legal teams experienced in labor certification. Newsrooms that have sponsored foreign journalists before move faster and make fewer procedural errors during the DOL recruitment phase.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
News Editor positions requiring a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field typically qualify under EB-3. Roles demanding a master's degree or equivalent specialized expertise in a niche beat may support an EB-2 advanced-degree petition instead.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by editorial job titles and green card sponsorship history to identify newsrooms actively filing PERM applications. Migrate Mate surfaces employer-specific sponsorship data so you spend time applying to outlets that have already committed to the process.
Understand the PERM recruitment audit trail
Your employer must run DOL-mandated job advertisements and retain all applicant records for five years. Ask hiring managers upfront whether their legal team handles PERM internally or outsources it, since inexperienced counsel is a leading cause of certification delays.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for the News Editor occupation in your metro area. Cross-check your offer against the OFLC Wage Search before signing, and flag any shortfall to your employer before the labor certification application is filed.
Green Card News Editor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a News Editor role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most News Editor positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. If your employer defines the role as requiring a master's degree or equivalent specialized expertise, such as deep subject-matter authority in a technical or policy beat, EB-2 advanced-degree sponsorship may be available instead. The job description your employer files with DOL determines which category applies.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for journalists?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery, while PERM leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries. PERM requires your employer to conduct a full DOL-supervised recruitment drive to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, which adds six to twelve months before the I-140 petition is even filed. The process is longer overall, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
How long does the full EB-3 green card process take for a News Editor?
From PERM filing to a green card in hand, the process typically runs two to four years for applicants born outside high-backlog countries. PERM labor certification alone takes six to eighteen months depending on whether DOL selects the application for audit. Once PERM is certified, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, and you file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview once a visa number is available for your country of birth.
Which type of employer is most likely to sponsor a News Editor for a green card?
Large media companies, national newspapers, broadcast networks, and established digital publishers are the most consistent sponsors because they have in-house immigration counsel and recurring hiring needs for senior editorial roles. Regional outlets and nonprofit journalism organizations do sponsor, but their processes are less standardized. You can search for employers with documented green card sponsorship history for editorial roles on Migrate Mate, which filters by job title and sponsorship activity.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I have an H-1B or other work visa?
Yes. PERM labor certification is tied to a future employment offer, not your current immigration status. Your employer can file a PERM application while you are on any valid work-authorized status, including OPT, H-1B, or a different employer's sponsorship. The key requirement is that you must be able to start the permanent role at the time your green card is approved, so your employer should confirm you will still be eligible to work in the U.S. throughout the process.