Fellow, Photographer

The role

As a fellow, you will work with Times photo editors shooting daily news and enterprise assignments. You will gain exposure to news and feature photography, editing, video journalism, and visual narratives.

What you will do

• Create innovative visuals connected to the biggest news and themes of the day
• Create photography and video, providing accurate captions, and original reporting on the ground
• Generate and pitch your own story ideas
• Work closely with the photographers’ chief
• Participate in training and social programs designed for the fellowship
• Collaborate with colleagues across the newsroom
• Demonstrate support and understanding of journalistic independence

Required qualifications

• No more than five years of full-time, professional photojournalism experience, excluding internships
• A portfolio of work demonstrating excellence in visual storytelling
• Some experience reporting and photographing in news situations and on deadline
• Some experience with videography or an interest in learning video
• Knowledge of photographic equipment, Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, Premiere and/or other photo- and video-editing software
• Authorized to work in the United States

Nice to have

• Strong editorial news judgment and firm grasp of journalistic ethics
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and working with new equipment
• Interest in finding a wide range of voices in your reporting
• Record of multiple photojournalism internships or equivalent experience

Benefits

• Annual bonus and restricted stock
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs

Before you apply

• Upload a résumé, cover letter, and a link to a portfolio of your work
• Will not sponsor work visas
• Will consider applicants with valid work authorization or a valid student visa that can be extended with Optional Practical Training
• You may apply to only one fellowship position per year
• Vetting process can take eight weeks or more

About the company

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world through independent journalism.