Video Reporter, Texas

divh2Video Reporter, Texas/h2pThe New York Times is looking for a Texas-based journalist with experience telling stories in video and text. You will work as part of a team of reporters and editors working from our newly created hub in Texas a state that plays an essential role in the national discourse when it comes to politics, culture and business./ppYou have experience pitching stories and developing sources to deliver original and impactful journalism rooted in on-the-ground reporting that deepens our understanding of America. Were looking for a high-energy multimedia journalist you should have a background that includes reporting in video and the ability to craft news and enterprise articles in text. You should be comfortable working across the two mediums, and you should have good judgment about when either is appropriate./ppAs a reporter, you are full of ideas on how to make an impact in our coverage and find innovative ways to tell stories. You have a body of work that shows effective sourcing, broad curiosity, a sharp eye for news, and a command of complex ideas. You have a track record of reporting that has produced scoops and helped to shape the conversation./ppYou are a self-starter and quick-thinker who is able and eager to jump on the news of the day (or week) with fresh visual ideas that advance the story or delve deeper and create high-quality, engaging videos across a variety of coverage areas./ppThis is a hybrid position based in Texas and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance and/or This role may require extensive travel across the state./ppstrongResponsibilities:/strong/pulliPitch, report and write news and enterprise stories in text and video formats./liliDevelop compelling and well-structured scripts, integrating engaging visuals and rigorous fact-checking./liliReport and produce video and text for news and enterprise projects. Either on-camera or behind the screens./liliCollaborate with cinematographers, video editors, and motion graphics editors./liliContribute to live coverage on breaking news stories./liliDeliver fast, clean copy in accessible style on complicated topics./liliEnsure accuracy and clarity./liliBreak news on developing story lines across the region./liliCollaborate with other national and video team reporters on news and enterprise; Work collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team./liliMonitor wires, local and regional outlets, social media feeds and other sources for developing storylines, keeping us ahead of national competitors./liliMeet tight deadlines and be able to thrive in a daily, unpredictable news environment./liliDemonstrate 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./liliThis role reports to the Texas Editor and a Senior Producer in Video, based in Los Angeles./li/ulpstrongBasic Qualifications:/strong/pulli5+ years of experience working for a daily news organization (preferably in a digital video or broadcast newsroom)./liliA portfolio that demonstrates you are well-versed in a range of topics, and have a growing circle of sources across storylines and includes:/liullinews, enterprise and analysis./lilivideo you produced, shot or appeared in./li/ulliProven experience leading field productions, writing scripts and editing compelling narratives./liliDemonstrated understanding of the video production process and creative instincts that go beyond traditional text formats./liliCrisp, clear, evocative writing skills that also demonstrate a mastery of journalistic style and standards./liliProficient in Adobe Premiere Pro./liliAbility to shoot video./li/ulpstrongPreferred Qualifications:/strong/pulliA deep understanding of the issues facing the state, from experience living or working in Texas or the Southwest./liliStrong editorial judgment and writing skills, with a passion for finding original, visual journalism opportunities in competitive news moments./liliA foundational knowledge of legal, ethical and usage issues for visuals./liliA willingness to be flexible as the news demands and the newsrooms needs evolve./liliAn openness to trying new storytelling approaches./li/ulpThis position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY./p/div