At a Glance
- Tasks: Support video production by troubleshooting tech issues and training team members on tools.
- Company: Join the iconic New York Times, a leader in independent journalism.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a collaborative environment with diverse perspectives and excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team creating impactful video journalism that informs the world.
- Qualifications: Experience in video production, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The New York Times mission 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‑ground reporting, pioneer Visual Investigations, and video podcasts. We are looking for a News Technology Specialist to help ensure the Video team in the London office as well as the wider Video department’s technical workflows, resources, tools and technology for producing videos are efficient, up‑to‑date and effective for the team’s growing goals.
You will work closely with video journalists, producers and editors on a daily basis to troubleshoot operational and technical issues as they arise, train them on post‑production systems, and assist adoption of new tools. You have expertise in the technical aspects of media production, a knack for problem solving, and experience in a high‑pressure, fast‑moving digital news video environment. You need to be an effective communicator, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities at once and work with a wide array of team members. You should have the ability to translate production problems into technical solutions, and to ensure that new tools or workflows address the highest priority technical gaps and advance our editorial strategy.
This is an in‑office position, based in London and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.
Responsibilities- Troubleshoot and solve technical issues with video technology, including video production and post‑production software, cameras, lenses and audio equipment.
- Execute technical work with live video as needed, assisting in live and pre‑recorded shoots and live streams.
- Assist with booking and ensuring quality control on feeds and remote interviews.
- Make recommendations and identify best practices that will improve our overall production.
- Maintain the video studio and assist with productions.
- Help ensure weekend equipment and media requests are supported.
- Ensure a smooth handoff among London, Seoul and New York.
- 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.
- Proven technical experience with video production and post‑production systems.
- Demonstrated experience problem solving technical production issues in a high‑pressure digital video environment.
- Advanced experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
- General IT skills, including a solid understanding of networking and cloud systems.
- Experience using and supporting cloud video production technology and workflows.
- Experience building MOGRT templates.
- Flexibility to jump in on nights and weekends as needed.
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 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, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
News Technology Specialist, London employer: The New York Times
The New York Times is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where independent journalism thrives. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and training in cutting-edge video production technologies. Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, ensuring that every team member contributes to our mission of delivering high-quality journalism that informs and engages our global audience.
