18 days ago

Project Manager, NYT Cooking

The New York Times

On Site
Full Time
$96,000
New York, NY
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Job Overview

Job TitleProject Manager, NYT Cooking
Job TypeFull Time
Offered Salary$96,000
LocationNew York, NY

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Job Description

About The Role, Mission Or Department Overview

New York Times Cooking is looking for a Project Manager to support and scale our most visible video series and editorial packages. You will join a tight-knit, interdisciplinary team dedicated to helping home cooks discover the world's best recipes. You will bring structure and clarity to ambitious projects, creating and managing production schedules that span photo, video, articles, newsletters and social platforms. You will be the central owner for process and workflows, allowing editors and talent to focus on creative excellence. You will also use your diplomacy and discretion to align stakeholders, navigate complex timelines, and facilitate collaboration across the newsroom and our product team. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities

  • Create, maintain and communicate end-to-end project plans for our biggest editorial projects, including articles, recipes, video, newsletters, social and promo surfaces.
  • Build and manage integrated production calendars and promo schedules, ensuring that all milestones, reviews and launch dates are clearly defined and understood.
  • Document and refine workflows and RACI/ownership maps so that editors, producers, designers, engineers and marketers know how work moves from idea to publication and promotion.
  • Identify dependencies and risks early; surface tradeoffs and drive toward decisions that keep work moving forward.
  • Convene the right stakeholders at the right times (e.g., photo, video, newsletters, social, promo, product, analytics) and keep them accountable for deliverables and deadlines.
  • Facilitate recurring check-ins, kickoffs and retrospectives that help clarify goals, timelines and responsibilities.
  • Maintain a high degree of diplomacy and discretion, enforcing deadlines and priorities while sustaining strong, respectful relationships with editors, talent and partners.
  • Help maintain central planning bases, ensuring that information is accurate, up to date and usable for decision-making.
  • Help with daily promo/programming management, especially around major weeks and seasonal campaigns.
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
  • You will report to the Editor, Cooking Product Strategy.

Key skills/competency

  • Project Management
  • Multimedia Production
  • Editorial Workflow
  • Content Strategy
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Production Scheduling
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Process Improvement
  • Communication

Tags:

Project Manager
NYT Cooking
Multimedia Project Management
Editorial Projects
Content Production
Video Production
Photo Production
Editorial Workflow
Production Scheduling
Content Strategy
Airtable
Stakeholder Management
New York City
Media
Journalism

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How to Get Hired at The New York Times

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3-5 years of multimedia project management experience, focusing on video, photo, written content, and social media.
  • Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize your experience with editorial teams, fast-paced environments, and proficiency in project management platforms like Airtable.
  • Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for food, cooking, and The New York Times' mission, detailing how your skills align with the role.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in managing complex projects, handling stakeholders with diplomacy, and maintaining calm under pressure.
  • Understand the company culture: Research The New York Times' commitment to journalism and its values to demonstrate alignment.

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