Senior Video Journalist, Cinematography

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. 

The New York Times is continuing to expand its video journalism, identifying compelling visual stories across the depth and breadth of our report. We showcase the expertise of Times journalists on-camera, share urgent news updates, produce on-the-ground reporting, pioneering Visual Investigations, and video podcasts.

We are looking for a part-time (2 days per week) temporary Cinematographer with deep experience in digital video production to work on our Cannonball podcast video show.

You are 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. We're looking for a cinematographer with demonstrated experience working efficiently in a newsroom environment.

This is a production heavy position that will be responsible for shooting, lighting and managing the technical aspects of filming for news and podcast videos. You have a refined understanding of framing and lighting techniques in multi-camera environments with a meticulous attention to detail. You see collaboration as central to your work, and will work with producers, reporters, video and audio engineers, and editors to visualize our stories.

This is a temporary, part-time position (2 days per week) with an expected duration of three months. In-office attendance is required on scheduled days to work.

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.
• This role reports to the Manager of Cinematography.

Basic Qualifications:

• 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.
• Proven experience setting up and shooting multi-cam productions in a studio environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.

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The annual base pay range for this role is between:$124,979.94—$152,000 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. 

For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

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.

We are  an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gen