Television Editor / Associate Producer
About the Ministry
Turning Point for God is the broadcast ministry of Dr. David Jeremiah, delivering the unchanging Word of God to an ever-changing world. Using Dr. Jeremiah’s teaching, we capture, curate, and communicate Bible Strong content through media to share the Gospel with theological and creative excellence. Dr. Jeremiah’s teaching reaches approximately 3 billion people globally through multiple languages and media channels. More than two hundred staff across various disciplines are committed to this mission, fostering a professional Christian community and relational work environment.
About the Role
The Daytime Television Editor / Associate Producer supports the production of Turning Point's Daytime Television program by preparing and organizing production assets, creating on-screen graphics, editing and mastering broadcast content, and ensuring programming meets ministry and broadcast quality standards. This role reports directly to the Senior Television Producer / Editor and contributes throughout the production process, from pre-production to final delivery.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with and assist the Senior Television Producer / Editor with pre-production tasks for the daily Turning Point Daytime Television Program.
- Prepare Daytime Television Program Assets for Editorial:
- Gather and/or prepare program logs, sermon transcripts, and other materials.
- Create projects and ensure proper settings.
- Digitize/Import and organize audio and video media assets within projects (e.g., Music, VOs, Graphics, Short-Form Opens/Spots, etc.).
- Gather and/or create pre-production documentation.
- Edit and Master Messages (Sermons) for TV Programs:
- Edit message content using marked-up transcripts and preaching notes.
- Create and/or version on-screen graphics for advertising and sermon support:
- Message Title
- Outline Points
- Scripture Readings
- Special Illustrations
- Perform color correction and adjust skin detail consistent with Turning Point broadcast standards.
- Perform Broadcast Versioning – customize 27:30, 28:30 Daytime TV broadcasts from the US30D Master for specific markets and networks within the United States.
- Perform Quality Control and Proofing Procedures for Daytime TV Programming and Special Programming.
- Collaborate with and assist the Senior Producer / Director of Turning Point Weekend Television, as needed.
- Miscellaneous Production Activities (including but not limited to):
- Assist with studio and location shoots/events, including camera setup and operation, and dolly setup and operation.
- Assist with Television and Digital Program Distribution.
- Assist with Media Asset Management.
Core Competencies
- Spiritual Leadership: Demonstrates a Christ-centered approach to work and relationships.
- Teamwork: Builds positive and supportive relationships within the ministry, including employees, partners, and the community.
- Integrity: Maintains a high standard of ethical and moral conduct.
Requirements
- Minimum of one (1) year of related academic and/or professional editing experience.
- Personal desire and drive to produce exceptional video content on a deadline.
- Independent self-starter who embraces effective teamwork.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and highly productive.
- Able to receive constructive criticism and direction.
- Foundational knowledge of the production process and technical equipment.
- Proficiency with video editing software (Avid MC, Resolve, Adobe CC, etc.).
- Proficiency with graphic design software (Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, etc.).
- Desire to learn new software and new ways of working (e.g., Cinema 4D).
- Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
- Willing and able to lift/push/pull equipment weighing 50 lbs.
- Must be a like-minded believer and share our passion to deliver the unchanging Word of God to an ever-changing world.
What to Expect
Turning Point for God is committed to creating a dynamic culture that reflects our traditional Christian values and supports employees’ God-given abilities and skills. Employees must share our Christian values and hold to beliefs that align with Turning Point’s Employee Statement of Faith.
This is a non-exempt, full-time position at Turning Point International Headquarters in Lakeside, CA.
Pay
The expected salary for this position is $27 to $32 an hour. The actual compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, skills, and location.
Benefits
- Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance, with voluntary supplemental plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
- Company-sponsored long-term disability insurance and short-term disability (outside of CA).
- Company-sponsored life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
- Eleven paid holidays.
- Accrued vacation and sick time.
- Yearly paid time off.