Senior Producer, Vertical Video, Opinion Shows

The New York Times • New York, NY

22d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience in production, including editing, shooting and field production.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills

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.

Benefits

• dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock.
• Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed