Senior Video Journalist, Podcast Video – Hard Fork San Francisco, CA

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Senior Video Journalist, Podcast Video - Hard ForkJob Description<p><strong>The <u>mission</u> 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.</strong></p><br>Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.<br><p>The New York Times is looking for a temporary Senior Video Journalist who can bring our audio portfolio to mobile, social and digital audiences through horizontal video podcasts and vertical video clips for Hard Fork, our weekly tech show hosted by Kevin Roose and Casey Newton.</p><p>You will produce and edit video for Hard Fork, including full episodes and social clips. You have a refined understanding of video journalism, including production and editing techniques in multi-camera environments with meticulous attention to detail. Cinematography skills are an asset. We’re looking for someone with a deep understanding of podcast video and social trends, who can take an innovative and adaptive approach to video formats, techniques and YouTube strategy.</p><p>This is a temporary (12M) hybrid position based in New York and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Produce Newsroom podcast videos in horizontal and vertical formats</li><li>Work closely with newsroom audio editors and producers to guard standards</li><li>Collaborate with newsroom social and video teams to ensure smooth production timelines and delivery, including pitching posts for social team and writing captions</li><li>Oversee the work of cinematographers and editors as needed</li><li>Pitch and develop different forms of short-form vertical video storytelling that are journalistically powerful and visually transformative</li><li>Must be able to handle the pressure of newsroom deadlines and juggle multiple projects at any given time</li><li>Must be open to experimenting with new ideas</li><li>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.</li><li>This role reports to the Executive Producer, Podcast Video</li></ul><p><strong>Basic Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>8+ years of journalism experience in digital video or a broadcast newsroom.</li><li>Extensive professional experience in all aspects of the video production process.</li><li>Strong editorial judgment with a passion for podcast video.</li><li>Ability to collaborate with colleagues and reporters to synthesize news gathering and investigations into a tight, informative and engaging video.</li><li>Strong organizational skills, with the ability to supervise other video journalists and schedules, direct field crews, and hire and manage freelancers when necessary.</li><li>The ability to edit quickly and accurately with Adobe Premiere Pro.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with Canon video camera systems and the ability to shoot video in the field and in-studio.</li><li>General knowledge of legal, ethical, copyright and usage issues for third-party and acquired visuals.</li><li>Experience working in video podcasts</li><li>Strong interest in tech coverage</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to work across audio and video, keeping all stakeholders (hosts, producers, engineers) informed, even under tight deadlines.</li><li>The ability to make quick decisions under intense deadlines in a high-pressure newsroom setting</li><li>Willingness and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.</li></ul><p>This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.</p><p>REQ-018384</p><p>The annual base pay range for this role is between:</p><p>$124,979.94 — $152,000 USD</p><p>The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.</p><p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual\'s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here .</p><p>The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.</p><p>The Company will further consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable \"Fair Chance\" laws.</p><p>For information about The New York Times\' privacy practices for job applicants clickhere .</p><p>Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through The New York Times careers site . The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times.</p><p>If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general .</p><br>#J-18808-Ljbffr

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