Video Journalist
About The Position
The Washington Times is seeking a creative, motivated Video Journalist to join its growing video team and tell compelling stories through original digital journalism. This hands-on role contributes to the full storytelling process, from pitching and researching stories to filming, interviewing, scripting, and assisting with post-production. The journalist will collaborate with reporters and editors to produce meaningful, informative video content and may report from the field, conduct interviews, or present stories on camera. Occasional travel is required. As part of a small, collaborative team, the Video Journalist will have opportunities to take ownership of projects, contribute ideas, take initiative, develop new skills, and help shape the future of video storytelling at The Washington Times.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting, or a related field.
- Strong storytelling instincts, sharp news judgment, curiosity, and editorial instincts.
- Working knowledge of cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
- Familiarity with basic video editing workflows.
- Comfort contributing on camera.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 3–5 years working in a newsroom environment, video reporting, digital news production, or multimedia storytelling is preferred.
- Experience writing scripts, researching stories, conducting interviews, or producing original editorial content.
Responsibilities
- Identify interesting story angles and pitch ideas.
- Research and develop stories.
- Write engaging scripts.
- Conduct interviews.
- Collaborate with reporters and editors to produce informative video content.
- Film stories and assist with post-production.
- Contribute on camera by reporting from the field, conducting interviews, or presenting stories.
- Take initiative and contribute to the development of video storytelling at The Washington Times.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Retirement planning with matching options
- Generous paid time off program
- Flexible work schedule
- Free parking
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Job Type
Full-time
