Editor, Talent Strategy, NYT Cooking

The New York Times•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

New York Times Cooking is looking for a strategic, dynamic and discerning editor to lead their talent strategy work, with a focus on cooking video. This role involves working cross-functionally with other leaders to expand and program the roster of contributors who appear on NYT platforms and social channels, and increasingly in Cooking content on their own channels. The editor will identify and engage with skilled recipe creators adept at cooking on camera and connecting with an audience, managing scouting, outreach, creative development, and long-term relationships. The ideal candidate is an innovative strategic thinker with a passion for food, capable of representing Cooking externally and advocating for strategy internally. Expertise in the competitive landscape and YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok is essential, as is the ability to identify unique voices in food.

Requirements

7+ years of experience working with talent in editorial strategy or video production, specifically within the food or lifestyle media space
Strong editorial judgment; you have an instinct for which creators and recipes will engage an audience, and help us broaden the range of voices we feature
Expertise analyzing Youtube, Instagram and TikTok data, audience responses and other metrics to inform content strategy
Functional culinary knowledge; you are comfortable discussing recipe mechanics, testing processes and food quality with professional recipe developers and editors

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to manage business deliverables without losing sight of creative goals
Superb communication and organizational skills
Relentless curiosity and an energetic approach to finding talent and building relationships
A passion for food, cooking and the mission of The New York Times

Responsibilities

Work with Cooking leadership to articulate and advance our talent strategy
Scout unique culinary voices to bring into Cooking as contributors. Initiate high-level outreach, determine deliverables and serve as a primary point of contact, building relationships over time
Play a leading role in recipe planning, production and promotion, ensuring that we arrive at dynamic lineups and produce video and recipes that engage audiences at the level of quality associated with the Cooking brand
Be an expert on the competitive landscape: Keep a constant pulse on culture, trends and emerging formats and platforms.
Work with our audience and data insights teams to analyze performance and continually refine our strategy
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.