Senior Video Journalist, Cinematography (Temp)
About The Position
The New York Times is expanding its video journalism and is looking for a temporary Cinematographer with deep experience in digital video production to work across its news video portfolio. This role will be part of a team developing new podcast video shows and new video formats. The ideal candidate is a seasoned cinematographer with proven experience crafting news video with high standards for visual aesthetics, extensive experience with studio shoots, lighting in studio and on location, as well as audio equipment. Experience working efficiently in a newsroom environment is essential. This is a production-heavy position responsible for shooting, lighting, and managing the technical aspects of filming for news and podcast videos. The role requires a refined understanding of framing and lighting techniques in multi-camera environments with meticulous attention to detail. Collaboration with producers, reporters, video and audio engineers, and editors to visualize stories is central to this position.
Requirements
- 8+ years of cinematography experience, including work in a digital or broadcast newsroom.
- Expert knowledge of camera equipment, including a strong understanding of lighting and sound principles.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating news or nonfiction storytelling with attention to camera movement, lighting and composition.
- Experience setting up and shooting multi-cam productions in a studio environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience shooting in quick turnaround, high-pressure news environments.
- Familiarity with the latest podcast video formats.
- Experience collaborating with on-air reporters.
- Expertise in Canon camera systems.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with other video journalists, producers, reporters and editors to plan and shoot visually compelling news videos.
- Operate professional cameras and lighting equipment in multiple studio environments.
- Work with our Operations staff to ensure fast and efficient transfer of footage and workflows, from production to post-production.
- 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
- medical
- dental
- 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
- professional development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
