The New York Times Company is hiring: Senior Producer, Opinion Video in New York

Job Description

The 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.

Times Opinion is looking for a 12‑month temporary Senior Producer to guide short‑form digital video across Vertical, Interactive and Podcast Video teams, as well as special projects across Opinion Video, including Op‑Docs.

Responsibilities

• Guide reporting, approve casting, frame and advance stories
• Edit scripts and re‑writes
• Provide notes in edit and rough cut stages
• Creative ideation and visual invention
• Review, critique stories
• Ensure smooth production with clear deliverables and deadlines
• Guide and encourage producers to work to their maximum potential
• Produce original video and experiment with new video formats
• Manage the work of a team of journalists and editors
• 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.
• Report to the Director of Opinion, Video

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years producing digital news videos
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
• Understanding of Times standards of journalistic excellence and truthfulness
• Broad knowledge of current events and news
• Deep curiosity about video habits, users and platforms
• Familiar with digital storytelling formats

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years managing direct reports
• Hands‑on experience in the trenches of production, including editing, shooting and field production

Compensation

$135,000 – $150,000 USD per year (base pay)

Location

New York, NY – in‑office, at least 4 days per week with some flexibility for remote work per departmental guidance

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Temporary (12‑month contract)

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, Writing/Editing

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