The New York Times · 5 hours ago
Video Graphics Editor, Opinion Shows
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expThe New York Times is a leading source of independent journalism, and they are seeking a Video Graphics Editor to enhance their Opinion shows and video products. The role involves creating compelling video storytelling through original designs and animations, working closely with journalists to convey complex information visually.
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Responsibilities
Make original designs and animations into compelling video storytelling
Work with video journalists, reporters and visual journalists in Opinion to create tight, informative and engaging short-form videos
Convey visual story ideas and complex information in engaging video sequences and animation
Participate in decision making: where to focus our efforts and enhance our work with graphics, driving the most engagement
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
You will report to the Post Production Manager
Qualification
Required
5+ years of motion design experience in a video environment
Expertise with After Effects, designing for motion and animation
Expertise with Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator and Adobe Creative Suite, with experience in Premiere's graphics environment
Strong portfolio of multidisciplinary design work
Solid understanding of layout, typography, and storytelling techniques
Ability to incorporate audio, video, still images and text in motion graphics
Experience working with animating maps and creating information graphics
Smart UX sensibility
Able to make quick decisions and pivot accordingly under deadlines within a high-pressure newsroom environment
Experience working collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to meet deadlines and to adapt to change in a daily, unpredictable news and production environment
Preferred
Experience with art direction for video
Experience working in 3D environments such as Unreal Engine and Blender
Experience working in Davinci Resolve environments
Enthusiasm for designing and making great animations and design for storytelling to cover current events for The New York Times
Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Benefits
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
Professional development programs
Company
The New York Times
The New York Times is powered by the idea that independent, deeply reported journalism fuels a healthy and engaged society.
1001-5000 employees
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