Video Journalist, Vertical Video

Dow Jones & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barron's, part of Dow Jones, is seeking a versatile Video Journalist to produce short-form vertical video that brings stock, market and personal finance stories to life on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and more.

Part journalist, part storyteller, and part creator—you will pitch, shoot, write, edit and appear on camera while working with reporters to turn headlines and data into concise, engaging visuals that help audiences understand the economy and their portfolios.

Qualifications

• 3+ years creating vertical video for social media.
• Proven success in producing informative and engaging video journalism in a fast-paced environment, with strong hooks and storytelling skills.
• Experience writing, producing, and editing short-form vertical videos on tight deadlines.
• Expertise in video and graphics editing using Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Experience in archive producing, including sourcing and utilizing photos, video, graphics, and audio.
• Deep knowledge of platform-specific trends on YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram, with an eagerness to experiment with new forms of mobile visual storytelling.
• Strong journalistic fundamentals: writing, story ideation, research, fact-checking, interviewing experts, and sifting through data to produce accurate, compelling videos.
• A solid understanding of business/finance news, markets, and current affairs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the newsroom to identify compelling stories, trends, and data points. Translate these insights into engaging short-form vertical videos that spotlight Barron's reporters.
• Pitch, write, and produce short-form video stories that explain current events in markets and the broader economy.
• Appear on camera to deliver explainers, voiceovers, and quick-hit market updates.
• Shoot and edit your own stories from start to finish.
• Modify and adapt existing long-form content into highly engaging vertical clips.
• Utilize analytics tools (YouTube Studio, TikTok Insights, Instagram metrics) to understand what resonates with our audience and iterate on future stories.

Skills

Vertical video production

Storytelling

Short-form editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Archival sourcing

Platform trends (YouTube Shorts, TikT0

Journalistic writing & research

Finance/business news knowledge

Job description

Dow Jones & Co.

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.

Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy

NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas

Full time

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Job Description:

About the Role:

Barron's is seeking a versatile and creative Video Journalist to produce short-form vertical video that brings stock, market, and personal finance stories to life across social platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and more.

Part journalist, part storyteller, and part creator-you are comfortable breaking down complex financial topics and producing them in a highly visual format built for scrolling audiences. In this role, you will pitch, shoot, write, edit, and appear on camera while working with reporters to turn headlines and data points into short, smart, and engaging stories that help audiences make sense of the economy and their own portfolios.

You Will:

• Partner with the newsroom to identify compelling stories, trends, and data points. Translate these insights into engaging short-form vertical videos that spotlight Barron's reporters.
• Pitch, write, and produce short-form video stories that explain current events in markets and the broader economy.
• Appear on camera to deliver explainers, voiceovers, and quick-hit market updates.
• Shoot and edit your own stories from start to finish.
• Modify and adapt existing long-form content into highly engaging vertical clips.
• Utilize analytics tools (YouTube Studio, TikTok Insights, Instagram metrics) to understand what resonates with our audience and iterate on future stories.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience creating vertical video for social media platforms.
• Demonstrated success in producing informative and engaging video journalism in a fast-paced environment, with strong hooks and storytelling skills.
• Experience writing, producing, and editing short-form vertical videos on tight deadlines.
• Expertise in video and graphics editing using Adobe Premiere and After Effects.
• Experience in archive producing, including sourcing and utilizing photos, video, graphics, and audio.
• Deep knowledge of platform-specific trends on YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram, with an eagerness to experiment with new forms of mobile visual storytelling.
• Strong journalistic fundamentals: writing, story ideation, research, fact-checking, interviewing experts, and sifting through data to produce accurate, compelling videos.
• A solid understanding of business/finance news, markets, and current affairs.

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $95,000 to $110,000 per year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area

Dow Jones - W&I - Barrons Newsroom

Job Category

Editorial/Journalism

Union Status

Union role

Base Pay Range

$95,000 - $110,000

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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