The New York Times · 2 months ago
Video Reporter, Texas
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$113K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expThe New York Times is seeking a Texas-based journalist with experience in video and text storytelling. The role involves pitching, reporting, and producing news and enterprise stories while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver impactful journalism.
Digital MediaJournalismNews
Responsibilities
Pitch, report and write news and enterprise stories in text and video formats
Develop compelling and well-structured scripts, integrating engaging visuals and rigorous fact-checking
Report and produce video and text for news and enterprise projects. Either on-camera or behind the screens
Collaborate with cinematographers, video editors, and motion graphics editors
Contribute to live coverage on breaking news stories
Deliver fast, clean copy in accessible style on complicated topics
Ensure accuracy and clarity
Break news on developing story lines across the region
Collaborate with other national and video team reporters on news and enterprise; Work collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team
Monitor wires, local and regional outlets, social media feeds and other sources for developing storylines, keeping us ahead of national competitors
Meet tight deadlines and be able to thrive in a daily, unpredictable news environment
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
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience working for a daily news organization (preferably in a digital video or broadcast newsroom)
A portfolio that demonstrates you are well-versed in a range of topics, and have a growing circle of sources across storylines and includes: news, enterprise and analysis; video you produced, shot or appeared in
Proven experience leading field productions, writing scripts and editing compelling narratives
Demonstrated understanding of the video production process and creative instincts that go beyond traditional text formats
Crisp, clear, evocative writing skills that also demonstrate a mastery of journalistic style and standards
Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
Ability to shoot video
Preferred
A deep understanding of the issues facing the state, from experience living or working in Texas or the Southwest
Strong editorial judgment and writing skills, with a passion for finding original, visual journalism opportunities in competitive news moments
A foundational knowledge of legal, ethical and usage issues for visuals
A willingness to be flexible as the news demands and the newsroom's needs evolve
An openness to trying new storytelling approaches
Company
The New York Times
The New York Times is powered by the idea that independent, deeply reported journalism fuels a healthy and engaged society.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Chief Financial Officer
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VP of Engineering
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