Video Journalist, Reporter Video

$111,050 - $118,000/Yr

New York Times - New York, NY

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Hybrid - New York, NY
Publishing Industries

About the position

The New York Times is seeking a Video Journalist to join its Reporter Video team, which is renowned for its exceptional visual journalism. This role is pivotal in producing, editing, and publishing short-form vertical videos that capture compelling stories across various news categories, including breaking news, features, enterprise, and investigative projects. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of world-class journalists to bring depth and breadth to the news report through engaging video content. The position requires a strong understanding of video storytelling, including the ability to write scripts, edit video, and create captivating narratives that resonate with audiences. The ideal candidate will have a portfolio that showcases their expertise in modern mobile video storytelling and a proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced newsroom environment. In this hybrid role based in New York, the Video Journalist will be expected to attend the office regularly, while also having the flexibility to work remotely. The position demands a high level of creativity, technical proficiency, and the ability to meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects. The New York Times values journalistic independence and is committed to seeking the truth, making this role essential in helping the public understand the world through quality journalism. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their skills through a portfolio of work that highlights their video production capabilities and storytelling acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Write, produce, edit and publish short-form vertical videos every day.
  • Help to identify breaking news and enterprise across our news report and create video that features the expertise of our journalists.
  • Write scripts, wordsmith text and copy edit.
  • Experiment with various forms of short form vertical video storytelling.
  • Collaborate with visual editors to generate video formats that bring our best journalism to new audiences.
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of video storytelling, video editing and production experience at a news organization.
  • Excellent news judgment and proven ability to work with colleagues and reporters to synthesize newsgathering and/or investigations into a tight, informative and engaging video.
  • Experience creating original videos that intelligently incorporate audio, video, still images and text.
  • Strong video editing skills with Adobe Premiere.
  • Facility in using photo, video, audio, graphics and animation in storytelling.

Nice-to-haves

  • Design and animation skills including experience with design and animation software (Figma, Illustrator, Photoshop and After Effects).
  • Experience working collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience producing shoots and interviewing experts on camera.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
  • Experience making quick decisions under deadlines and a high-pressure newsroom environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary between $111,049.64 and $118,000.00 annually.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer status with non-discrimination policies.
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