Senior Video Journalist
Dow Jones, New York, NY, United States
About the Job
The Wall Street Journal is seeking an experienced and highly creative Senior Video Journalist to join its video team in New York.
WSJ Video blends deep reporting with an array of formats: investigations, short and long‑form field pieces, fast‑paced quick‑turn news content, video podcasts, social content, and series. WSJ Video constantly innovates how we tell stories.
The ideal candidate has an extensive professional background in video journalism, exceptional story development and scriptwriting skills, and experience shooting and editing. You have impeccable news judgment, the ability to build unique angles for stories off the news, and the creativity to produce premium video content on tight deadlines.
You will cover a broad range of topics, from the economy and markets to politics and technology.
You Will
Pitch, develop, research, and report for a variety of formats, lengths, structures and stories.
Consistently generate new ideas and pitches for all WSJ video platform needs.
Manage pre‑production, including booking and logistics.
Manage multiple projects at various stages of production on tight deadlines.
As needed, shoot and edit your videos.
Ensure all WSJ journalistic and legal standards are followed.
Collaborate with reporters and editors across the WSJ newsroom to produce videos.
Complete additional duties as assigned, including breaking news assignments.
You Have
At least 8 years of experience producing video pieces in a news environment at a national or global media company, both in the field and in studio.
Prior experience with every aspect of video production from start to finish under tight deadlines.
Exceptional script writing skills.
A deep understanding and interest in The Journal’s core coverage areas.
Experience as a DP in the field and in‑studio.
Some prior mid and long‑form documentary and series experience.
The ability to clearly communicate and effectively collaborate.
Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
To apply, please submit your resume, a short cover letter laying out the skills and mindset you bring to the role, and links to three pieces that represent your best work by May 8th.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation” in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Compensation and Benefits Base Pay Range: $125,000 – $145,000. For bonus‑eligible roles, targets are determined based on market benchmarks and individual contributions. For benefits‑eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
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WSJ Video blends deep reporting with an array of formats: investigations, short and long‑form field pieces, fast‑paced quick‑turn news content, video podcasts, social content, and series. WSJ Video constantly innovates how we tell stories.
The ideal candidate has an extensive professional background in video journalism, exceptional story development and scriptwriting skills, and experience shooting and editing. You have impeccable news judgment, the ability to build unique angles for stories off the news, and the creativity to produce premium video content on tight deadlines.
You will cover a broad range of topics, from the economy and markets to politics and technology.
You Will
Pitch, develop, research, and report for a variety of formats, lengths, structures and stories.
Consistently generate new ideas and pitches for all WSJ video platform needs.
Manage pre‑production, including booking and logistics.
Manage multiple projects at various stages of production on tight deadlines.
As needed, shoot and edit your videos.
Ensure all WSJ journalistic and legal standards are followed.
Collaborate with reporters and editors across the WSJ newsroom to produce videos.
Complete additional duties as assigned, including breaking news assignments.
You Have
At least 8 years of experience producing video pieces in a news environment at a national or global media company, both in the field and in studio.
Prior experience with every aspect of video production from start to finish under tight deadlines.
Exceptional script writing skills.
A deep understanding and interest in The Journal’s core coverage areas.
Experience as a DP in the field and in‑studio.
Some prior mid and long‑form documentary and series experience.
The ability to clearly communicate and effectively collaborate.
Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
To apply, please submit your resume, a short cover letter laying out the skills and mindset you bring to the role, and links to three pieces that represent your best work by May 8th.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation” in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.
Compensation and Benefits Base Pay Range: $125,000 – $145,000. For bonus‑eligible roles, targets are determined based on market benchmarks and individual contributions. For benefits‑eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
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