thenewyorktimes

Video Journalist, News & Enterprise

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At a Glance

Location
New York, United States
Experience
4+ years
Posted
2026-02-24T16:52:58-05:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Finance
  • Legal
  • Medical

Requirements

4+ years of video journalism experience, preferably in a digital or broadcast newsroom.

Experience with all aspects of video production, including strong pitching, writing and reporting skills.

Strong editorial news judgment and the ability to make decisions quickly under tight deadlines.

Knowledge of current events with significant experience covering breaking news, both in the U.S. and internationally.

Proven history of access to strong sources and experience getting unique visual access in the field.

Comfortable juggling multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, with excellent time management skills and the proven ability to prioritize and multitask during a busy news cycle.

Responsibilities

Respond to breaking news with fresh visual ideas in a range of formats.

Pitch coverage opportunities, and participate in team planning discussions as needed.

Report in the field in a variety of settings – from natural disasters to protests and potentially war zones.

Carry out all aspects of video production, including research, reporting, writing, shooting, producing, editing and publishing.

Write succinct and effective video scripts and copy for video assets (headlines, summaries, captions etc.

Plan shoots for assigned stories, directing cinematographers and coordinating media management, as needed.