Responsibilities

• Edit a high volume of engaging, short-form videos designed to maximize views on social platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube) and funnel new audiences to the NYT Cooking app, website, newsletters and other properties.
• Shape raw footage into compelling, cohesive narratives that hook the viewer in the first few seconds and drive platform engagement.
• Work with producers, social media editors and talent to iterate on feedback and meet tight publishing deadlines.
• Take first-pass edits from freelance video editors to the finish line, adding burned-in captions to every video and ensuring graphics, audio and editing meet the visual standards of NYT Cooking.
• Review video performance metrics in partnership with the data and audience teams to continuously refine our social video strategy.
• Maintain broad knowledge of the social media landscape and be aware of new platform trends as they change.
• 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.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience editing vertical video for digital and social platforms, ideally for a lifestyle or food media company.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite video editing tools, as well as in-app editing tools (TikTok, Instagram).
• Highly organized and comfortable working on tight, demanding deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with freelance video editors and completing passback edits.

Preferred

• A strong understanding of the distinct visual languages of different social platforms.
• Previous experience editing food or recipe-driven videos, and functional cooking and food styling knowledge.
• Working knowledge of video graphics and experience using Adobe After Effects.
• A background in journalism or an understanding of editorial standards and practices.
• A deep passion for food, cooking and the mission of The New York Times.

Benefits

• 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.