Senior Producer, Vertical Video, Opinion Shows

Senior Producer, Vertical Video, Opinion Shows

New York, NY
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 creative Senior Producer to oversee Opinion's short-form vertical video. You have experience leading groundbreaking, original reporting, an eye for innovation, and can lead a team producing original video commentary and reporting across a range of subjects and formats.
You also have experience making sound editorial decisions, crafting original ideas, managing the work of journalists and editors, and will be the go-to resource for colleagues, providing editorial guidance and constructive feedback. You are comfortable working in a newsroom environment under intense pressure and will ensure that fellow team members are meeting deadlines.
This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.
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.
You will report to the Executive Producer, Opinion Shows
Basic Qualifications:
8+ years producing digital news videos
3+ years managing direct reports.
Broad knowledge of current events and news
Deep curiosity about video habits and users and platforms
Familiar with digital storytelling formats.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience in production, including editing, shooting and field production.
Excellent writing, editing and communication skills