Weekend Editor, Graphics

Responsibilities

• Create and publish weekend graphics coverage using a range of visual forms including maps, charts, and diagrams
• Produce and edit news graphics quickly and iteratively for breaking news
• Guide a small team of visual journalists to cover major breaking news on the weekend
• Collaborate with journalists from Graphics and other newsroom desks
• Identify sharp visual angles and conceive new lines of reporting

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience producing and editing graphics, including mapping and visualization
• Deep familiarity with visual storytelling forms like charts, maps, diagrams, and 3-D modeling
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma
• Ability to identify visual opportunities quickly in a breaking news environment
• Nimble in learning new software and technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and edit HTML, CSS, and Javascript (including Svelte)
• Familiarity with ai2html, web development, and data analysis techniques
• Proven track record of working both independently and on collaborative teams
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills

About the Company

The New York Times is an industry leader in visual journalism, excelling in graphics and design, photography and video. Its mission is to seek the truth and help people understand the world through independent journalism.