Senior Video Journalist Video Editor

$122,529 - $130,000/Yr

New York Times - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Publishing Industries

About the position

The New York Times is seeking a video journalist specializing in video editing for Times Opinion, specifically for The Ezra Klein Show. This role focuses on editing long-form podcasts into engaging digital videos while maintaining high aesthetic standards. The position requires collaboration with producers, cinematographers, and audio engineers to ensure seamless production and post-production processes under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage video editing of the Ezra Klein Show.
• Take the lead in post production and delivery and guard aesthetic standards of the Ezra Klein Show.
• Work with the Ezra Klein Show producers to ensure productions will create perfect video.
• Collaborate with the Ezra Klein Show cinematographer to ensure fast and efficient workflow from production to post production.
• Coordinate with the Ezra Klein Show audio engineers to ensure perfect audio quality in video.
• Demonstrate support and understanding of journalistic independence and commitment to the mission of The New York Times.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Requirements

• 8+ years of editing and/or video journalism experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve.
• Ability to edit quickly under tight deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Proven track record of solid editorial judgment that aligns with the ethics of The Times newsroom.
• Comfortable working in high-stress breaking news situations and managing multiple projects.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage complex schedules.

Benefits

• Annual base pay salary between $122,529.36 and $130,000.00.