Graphics Multimedia Editor

Thenewyorktimes; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 113,945 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Paid leave

Job summary

The New York Times is looking for a Visual Journalist in New York to conceptualize and execute new visual approaches to news coverage. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience and expertise in developing interactive graphics using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

This role involves collaboration within the Graphics team and requires a curious mindset to solve problems dynamically. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits including health care, parental leave, and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Expertise in developing interactive graphics or websites.
• Experience with interface design and information graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, sketch and execute new visual approaches to news.
• Report and analyze data to cover news stories visually.
• Design and build interactive and static visualizations.

Skills

Interactive graphics development

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Adobe Creative Suite

Curiosity about news

Tools

Figma

Job description

Visual Journalist – Graphics Department at The New York Times (US)

Location: Washington, DC or New York (in-office, 4 days/week, flexible remote).

Salary Range: $113,945.85 – $136,000 USD. Variable pay may include annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) match, paid vacation/sick days/parental leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, sketch and execute new visual approaches to news coverage
• Report and analyze data to cover news stories with a visual emphasis
• Design and build interactive and static visualizations
• Collaborate with other journalists in Graphics and the wider newsroom to create ambitious journalism with impact
• Bring a curious mindset and willingness to find timely solutions to challenging problems in a dynamic news environment
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and commitment to our mission
• Report to a deputy on Graphics

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience
• Expertise in developing interactive graphics or websites, including HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Experience with interface design and information graphic design
• Extensive experience reporting and producing visual journalism or other visual media
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, or equivalent such as Figma

Preferred Qualifications

• Curiosity and interest in the news, and innovative approaches to telling stories
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to change in a daily, unpredictable news production environment
• Experience working collaboratively with members of a mixed-media team
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule

Union Representation: This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs

Equal Opportunity Statement

The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected characteristics. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights Poster is available here.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Individuals seeking reasonable accommodations for the application or interview process may email [e-mail].

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