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News Technology Specialist, London
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News Technology Specialist, London
News Technology Specialist – Video Team
Location: London, UK (4 days in-office, flexibility for remote where possible) Employment Type: Full-time About the Role
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. Independent journalism is at the heart of everything we do. Our world-renowned newsroom sends journalists globally to report from nearly 160 countries, blending print, audio, and digital storytelling—including exceptional video journalism.
We’re expanding our video journalism – capturing compelling visual stories with our team, producing live updates, on-the-ground reports, Visual Investigations, and video podcasts. To support this growth, we’re looking for a News Technology Specialist to ensure smooth technical workflows in London and across our worldwide video department.
You’ll work directly with video journalists, producers, and editors to troubleshoot technical challenges, train teams on post-production systems, and streamline workflows for quality, efficiency, and innovation. This involves:
- Troubleshooting software, cameras, audio equipment, and cloud-based tools
- Assisting live video shoots, broadcast feeds, and remote interviews
- Ensuring accurate video ingesting, transcoding, archiving, and distribution
- Developing and implementing best practices to support journalism and meet business needs
- Maintaining studio equipment and cross-departmental coordination (London, Seoul, New York)
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Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot technical issues with video production and post-production software, including hardware (cameras, lenses, audio) and digital workflows.
- Execute technical support for live and pre-recorded shoots, including monitoring of remote interviewees and quality control of video feeds.
- Recommend improvements to production tools, workflows, and processes, balancing efficiency with editorial vision.
- Maintain the video studio and equipment, ensuring readiness for productions and handling weekend work requests.
- Facilitate seamless collaboration between London, Seoul, and New York teams.
- Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to journalistic independence and The New York Times’ mission.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Proven technical expertise in video production and post-production systems.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical production issues in a fast-paced digital environment.
- Knowledge of video ingesting, archiving, transcoding, and distribution pipelines.
- Advanced experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (primarily Premiere Pro and After Effects).
- Familiarity with networking and cloud systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with cloud video production technology and associated workflows.
- Knowledge of MOGRT templates and other motion graphics tools.
- Availability to assist with overnight and weekend support when needed.
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Reporting: Manager of Video Production Technology (New York), with close partnership with the Supervising Producer for Video (London) and colleagues in Seoul.
Benefits & Work Environment
Suitable for U.S. roles, benefits typically include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-matched 401(k)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development resources
For roles outside the U.S., benefits will be outlined during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity & Inclusivity The New York Times is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively promotes diversity across all levels. Applicants are considered without regard to their background. We encourage applicants with criminal histories to apply, adhering to applicable regulatory guidelines.
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