Video Coordinator, NYT Wirecutter , NY

Office:
New York, NY
Department:
Product Research and Reporting — Content Creation and Support

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.

Wirecutter is seeking a production coordinator to support our video team with day-to-day operations, including scheduling video shoots, arranging travel, acquiring and organizing props, and providing logistics support amid fast-moving deadlines. You will be an important part of our team focused on expanding video journalism and developing new series and storytelling formats to bring journalists' recommendations to viewers on all platforms.

You are organized, creative, and collaborative. You will be eager to learn and excited to work closely with editors and writers in the newsroom.

The role is based in New York, and you'll coordinate shoots both remotely and at Wirecutter's Long Island City office.

• Coordinate and book video and photo shoots, managing cross-team communication, and occasionally handling travel and lodging
• Be on hand during video and photo shoots to ensure production runs smoothly
• Source props for shoots and assist video producers in prop and gear management
• Consistently meet deadlines and be able to juggle several tasks
• Light copywriting and video editing, including headline and caption writing
• Some multimedia production for Wirecutter's website, including uploading, organizing, and placing videos for publication
• May occasionally capture footage and handle light video edits as needed
• Perform related work as assigned
• 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 Senior Social Video Strategist.

• 2+ years of relevant experience
• A comfort with video editing software
• Familiarity with filming on both iPhones and DSLRs

• Excellent news and editorial judgment.
• Familiarity with journalistic standards and willingness to learn Wirecutter's mission and methodology.

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The annual base pay range for this role is between:

$65,000 — $70,000 USD

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