Dow Jones & Company, Inc. is hiring: Video Production Engineer in New York

The Wall Street Journal Video team is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Video Production Engineer to oversee and maintain our field, studio equipment, lighting systems, and production spaces. This role combines technical expertise, organizational precision, and a hands‑on approach to support a fast‑paced, global newsroom. The ideal candidate will be proactive, solutions‑oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple production needs across teams.

You will

• Manage and maintain all field and studio equipment for WSJ Video, including Sony FX‑series cameras, Sony and Canon lenses, Aputure/Sidus Link lighting systems, and various audio tools.
• Use Cheqroom, our online inventory management system, to track and manage daily shoot requests.
• Ensure all gear is cleaned, maintained, and kept to operational standards.
• Handle both hands‑on maintenance and strategic planning for equipment upgrades, lifecycle management, and workflow optimization.
• Assist the video engineering team with running livestream events, media management, cloud‑based archiving, and post‑production workflows.
• Manage and maintain voiceover and video podcasting booths.
• Help develop and refine end‑to‑end workflows for field and studio productions.
• Provide hands‑on support for breaking news, live events, and special projects.
• Be available to work evenings and weekends as part of a rotation or as news demands.

You have

• At least five years of professional experience in video production or broadcast operations.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Premiere Pro, Media Encoder, and After Effects.
• Proven experience managing and maintaining camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Experience with live production and control room environments.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based production workflows and digital asset management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a dynamic newsroom environment.
• Commitment to staying current with evolving production technologies and workflows.

The position is located in New York City and will report to the Director of Multi‑Format Production.

To apply, please submit a résumé and a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience meet or exceed the requirements. Candidates who do not submit cover letters will not be considered.

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