Fellow, Opinion Video

The New York Times•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the 2027 New York Times Fellowship class as an editor of video commentary in the Opinion section in New York. The Fellow will create vertical videos for nytimes.com and social media, working as a producer, writer and editor to develop mobile-first journalism formats. The role calls for journalistic and creative judgment, accuracy, and a willingness to experiment with storytelling. Work may include hosting videos, editing footage and rewriting scripts, in collaboration with the Opinion Audience team, department journalists and external contributors. The Opinion department is separate from the newsroom. This is an in-office role with regular attendance four days each week; some remote flexibility may be available under departmental guidance. The schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays as needed. The fellowship is expected to begin on or about June 7, 2027, and end on May 26, 2028, subject to satisfactory performance. There is no guarantee of full-time employment after the fellowship.

Requirements

No more than five years of full-time professional journalism experience, excluding internships.
At least three years of creative video-editing experience, with demonstrated success creating innovative journalism in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to produce and publish short-form vertical videos on tight deadlines.
Experience editing video and graphics with Adobe Premiere and AfterEffects.
Experience in archive producing, including using photo, video, graphics and audio.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor work visas for the fellowship. Applicants with valid work authorization or a valid student visa extendable with Optional Practical Training may be considered.
Submit a résumé, cover letter and link to a portfolio of work.

Nice To Haves

Record of multiple journalism internships, or equivalent experience.
Ability to appear and speak on camera as a host.
Deep knowledge of TikTok and Instagram, broad knowledge of the social media landscape, and awareness of changing platform trends.

Responsibilities

Produce, write and edit vertical videos.
Host some videos to help translate journalism for off-site audiences.
Write engaging, SEO-driven social captions.
Post videos to the site and platforms such as TikTok and YouTube.
Collaborate with journalists and editors to adapt, script and edit videos.
Work with editors on inventive on-site and social formats aligned with Opinion’s mission and identity.
Participate in training and social programs designed for the fellowship.
Demonstrate support for journalistic independence and commitment to the mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock, depending on role.
Medical, dental and vision benefits may be available.
Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s) may be available.
Company-matching 401(k) plan may be available.
Employee stock purchase plan may be available.
Paid vacation may be available.
Paid sick days may be available.
Paid parental leave may be available.
Tuition reimbursement may be available.
Professional development programs may be available.