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Senior Video Editor, NYT Magazine

New York, NYFull-time$125k–$130k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Edit and publish short- and long-form videos to support The New York Times Magazine's storytelling, translating journalistic sensibilities into compelling video narratives.

Role type

Senior Video Editor (Motion Design)

Builds

Short-form vertical videos, long-form video columns, and social media assets for NYT Magazine.

Domain

Media & Publishing / Video Production

Required skills

Video editing, Motion design, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Figma, Licensing management, Storytelling

Preferred skills

Social media strategy, Digital-first mindset, Latest video technologies, Copyright law knowledge

Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite, Figma

Responsibilities

Craft original designs, photography, footage and animations into compelling video storytelling; Work collaboratively with writers, editors, and visual journalists to create tight, informative and engaging short-form vertical videos; Convey visual story ideas and complex information in engaging video sequences and animation; Secure and manage the necessary licensing, permissions, and usage rights for all video content used in magazine stories.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC