Vertical Video Editor, OpinionThe 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.New York Times Opinion is seeking a creative and energetic video editor to create vertical videos for nytimes.com and social media. While editing is at the core of this position, we are looking for a creative force who will be equal parts producer, writer and editor.
This unique opportunity will allow the right person to conceive of and create new video formats for mobile-first video journalism. You will be expected to exercise journalistic and creative judgment to ensure excellence and accuracy in their work. You might be hosting a video one day and the next day be deep in an edit or rewrite of a script.
There is no ceiling to creativity for this position. You will report to the Opinion Video team and collaborate closely with the audience team, as well as department journalists and external contributors.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:Produce, write and edit vertical videosAt times, act as a host in our videos to help translate our journalism for off-site audiencesWrite engaging SEO-driven social captionsPost videos to our site and platforms like TikTok and YouTubeCollaborate with print journalists and editors to adapt, script and edit videos on a regular, timely cadenceWork with editors on inventive on-site and social formats that align with Opinion's mission and identityMaintain broad knowledge of the social media landscape and be aware of new platform trends as they changeBe open to working with a diversity of voices and viewpointsYou will report to the Deputy Editor, Opinion VideoDemonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.Basic Qualifications:4+ years of experience with creative video editingAbility to produce and publish short form vertical videos on tight deadlinesAbility to appear and speak on camera as a hostExpertise in video and graphics editing with Adobe Premiere and AfterEffectsExperience in archive producing, including using photo, video, graphics and audioDeep knowledge of TikTok and InstagramEagerness to experiment with different forms of vertical and mobile visual storytellingStrong writing and editing skillsDemonstrated success in the creation of innovative journalism in a fast-paced environmentExperience working in a newsroom or similar environmentPreferred Qualifications:Knowledge of Times style (or the ability to absorb and apply it quickly)Superb organizational skills, attention to detail, adherence to deadlines and time managementExcellent news judgment with a passion for news, The Times and its journalistic mission