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Vertical Video Editor, Opinion

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At a Glance

Location
New York, United States
Experience
4+ years
Posted
2026-02-24T16:53:02-05:00

Requirements

4+ years of experience with creative video editing

Ability to produce and publish short form vertical videos on tight deadlines

Ability to appear and speak on camera as a host

Expertise in video and graphics editing with Adobe Premiere and AfterEffects

Experience in archive producing, including using photo, video, graphics and audio

Deep knowledge of TikTok and Instagram

Compensation & Benefits

$113,945.85

$120,000 USD

For roles in the U.S., 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.

The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all  backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

Produce, write and edit vertical videos

At times, act as a host in our videos to help translate our journalism for off-site audiences

Write engaging SEO-driven social captions

Post videos to our site and platforms like TikTok and YouTube

Collaborate with print journalists and editors to adapt, script and edit videos on a regular, timely cadence

Work with editors on inventive on-site