Open-Source Reporter (Video Journalist), Visual Investigations Job at The New Yo

Open-Source Reporter (Video Journalist), Visual Investigations bThe mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. The Times's Visual Investigations team is at the forefront of accountability journalism. We are looking for an exceptional journalist with extensive open-source reporting skills to seize news moments and pursue a wide range of national and international topics. You will have a strong track record conducting investigations, cultivating sources, mining documents, analyzing visuals and uncovering new information. You will focus on ambitious investigative and explanatory work primarily on competitive news stories but also on longer‑term projects. You are someone who can take initiative on major stories and develop exclusive angles. You have the know‑how to find and vet visual evidence, connect dots around chaotic events, and use your range of open‑source skills to reveal new insights, provide clarity and hold power to account. Experience turning those findings into videos or video‑driven text articles is valuable. This is a full‑time hybrid position based in New York and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance. Responsibilities Source audio‑visual evidence from a variety of platforms. Geo‑ and chronolocate evidence. Analyze satellite imagery and data. Pitch reporting and coverage opportunities. Collaborate with video editors and motion‑graphics producers. Jump on breaking news stories independently or in collaboration with colleagues across the team and wider newsroom. Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world. This role reports to a Senior Producer on the Visual Investigations team. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of journalism experience (preferably in a digital video or broadcast newsroom). Proven ability to apply open‑source research skills to map out critical incidents using visuals and other information. Proven experience writing clearly and concisely to visual material on tight deadlines and during breaking news. Strong portfolio of stories that demonstrate accountability and/or exclusivity. Extensive experience as an open‑source researcher, reporter or investigator at a top news outlet, NGO, or digital investigative organization. Experience with Google Earth Pro, satellite imagery, and flight‑ and ship‑tracking platforms. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience with developing original angles around highly‑competitive news events. Familiarity with the video production process. Programming skills or fluency in an additional language are a plus. Willingness and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY. Base pay range: $113,270.67 – $136,000 USD. The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. 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Eso significa que el periodismo independiente está en el corazón de todo lo que hacemos como empresa. Es por eso que tenemos una redacción de renombre mundial que envía reporteros para informar sobre el terreno desde casi 160 países. Por eso nos centramos profundamente en cómo nuestros lectores experimentarán nuestro periodismo, de impresión a audio hasta un destino digital y de aplicación de clase mundial. Y hace que nuestra estrategia comercial se centre tanto en el journalismo que vale la pena pagarlo. El equipo Visual Investigations de The Times está en la vanguardia del periodismo de responsabilidad. Buscamos un periodista excepcional con amplias habilidades de reportaje open-source para aprovecharse de los acontecimientos y desarrollar un amplio abanico de fuentes nacionales y revelar documentos internacionales. La experiencia de convertir esos hallazgos en videos o artículos de texto basados en vídeo es valiosa. Se trata de un puesto híbrido a tiempo completo con sede en Nueva York y en colaboración con colegas del equipo y la redacción más amplia e incluye asistencia regular a la oficina cada semana según sus orientaciones departamentales. Responsabilidades Fuente de evidencia audiovisual desde una variedad de plataformas. Geo- y cronolocaliza pruebas. Analice imágenes y datos satelitales. Informes y oportunidades de cobertura. Colaborar con editores de video y productores de gráficos móviles. Salta para romper historias informativas independientemente o colaborando con colegas de todo el equipo y sala de noticias. Demostrar nuestro apoyo y comprensión del valor de la independencia periodística y un fuerte compromiso con nuestra misión de buscar la verdad y ayudar a las personas a entender el mundo. Esta función reporta a un productor senior en el equipo de Investigaciones Básicas Visual. 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