Visuals Editor Iii - Washington, United States - NPR

NPR

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Washington, United States

2 weeks ago

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OVERVIEW

A thriving, missiondriven multimedia organization, NPR produces awardwinning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide._
Across our organization, we're building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR_. _This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR._

As a member of the Visuals Team, the Editor III will be primarily focused on editing and producing content for NPR's International and Immigration teams.

The editor will primarily work on commissioning and editing photography and illustration for all NPR platforms. This editor may also worked with other teams depending on news and enterprise needs. This is a temporary position and ends Nov. 29, 2024.

NPR Visuals is focused on creating and distributing content that reflects and serves America.

We work with teams across NPR, our member stations, and content partners to tell stories and engage audiences on , YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and other visual platforms.

This is a union represented role covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Commission and edit original photography and illustrations for NPR.
Work with photographers, illustrators, agencies and vendors to process contracts and invoices from assignments.
Direct photographers in the field.
Coordinate with security team to ensure the utmost preparation, training and safety of our photojournalists in the field.
Innovate, execute, assess and iterate visual projects for all platforms.
Edit, research and license images for all NPR platforms including , Instagram, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
Work to build and strengthen relationships with photographers you are directing through briefings, support, regular contact and feedback
Focus on working with a diverse range of topics and photographers, keeping our audience in mind
Demonstrate strong editorial judgment
Collaborate with reporters, writers, editors and producers to identify visual opportunities and coverage lines.
Handle photo imaging, captions and credits for stories you edit.
Attend meetings as needed with the Visuals team, desks, podcasts and shows.
Contribute to planning and creating strategic efforts to effectively reach new and existing audiences on digital platforms
Research, pitch, write and produce stories for NPR's visuals vertical, The Picture Show.
Coordinate with member station journalists and other content partners to acquire, publish and distribute visual assets for NPR and other public media platforms.
Effectively represents the interests and capabilities of NPR visuals with colleagues across the company
Occasionally photo edit breaking news stories or large scale news events.
Uphold the highest standards for NPR's visual journalism and storytelling.
Stay up to date with NPR broadcasts, podcasts, reporters, news wires, competition and internal communications to make sure our visual storytelling is optimized and smart.
Additional duties as assigned by your manager.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working on International stories

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Bachelor's degree from a fouryear college or university with a specialization in film, video, media production, photography or journalism preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Photographic storytelling experience, preferably with a major network or newsroom, studio or creative agency.
Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud programs related to video and photo design. (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere).
Ability to handle multiple and complex projects simultaneously under stringent time frames and changing priorities/conditions.
Demonstrated commitment to increasing audience diversity.
Be well versed in copyright and ethical journalism practices.
Extensive experience in content management systems.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple assignments across different teams and timelines.
Have a strong interest in current events.
Ability to work independently and with members of a cooperative team.

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.

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