Senior Video Journalist - Cinematography, Opinion Shows

New York, NY

Mission

of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. 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 hiring a senior video journalist with a specialization in cinematography to film Opinion shows. This is a production heavy position that will be responsible for shooting, lighting and managing the technical aspects of filming at our headquarters in New York City and remote locations.

Responsibilities

Manage video production across Opinion's portfolio of shows.

Plan shoots for all episodes, including camera, lensing and lighting equipment and media asset management.

Lead cinematography and guard aesthetic standards of the various shows.

Oversee and supervise second camera operators and producers to assist on shoots.

Work with show producers to ensure shooting locations will create perfect video.

Work with the show's video editors to ensure fast and efficient workflow from production to post production.

Work with audio engineers to ensure perfect audio capture for multi platform rollout.

Perform related work as assigned.

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 Video.

Basic Qualifications

8+ years of cinematography and/or video journalism experience.

Ability to edit quickly with Adobe Premiere Pro.

Familiarity with shooting for motion graphic integration.

Can shoot excellent video in new and complex situations.

Comfortable working on tight, demanding deadlines and in high-stress breaking news situations, and can juggle multiple projects at any given time.

Annual Base Pay Range:

$124,979.94 – $135,000 USD

Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; a company-matching 401(k) plan; paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement; and professional development programs.

The New York Times Company

is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or other characteristics. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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