Senior Photo Editor-Onsite Washington DC - TeamPeople

TeamPeople Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Primary Function

Senior Photo Editors may work on a range of content that this client is known for: history, natural history, science, archeology, travel, culture, and more. He/she/they will research, develop, and pitch story ideas; assign photographers; develop creative approaches; produce and manage logistics; manage story budgets and deadlines; research stock; select images for publication; and manage the image workflow. The Senior Photo Editor will work with photographers, writers, text editors, video producers, and designers to execute specific stories, projects, bookazines and/or as executive producer for story teams, moments, or franchises.

Duties & Responsibilities

This position will edit and oversee the production of the clients, "bookazines" (single topic newsstand issues) in collaboration with other photo editors and bookazine staff. This will entail photo editing as well as top editing others and ensuring all photo deadlines are met by all assigned photo editors.
Manage executive production of complex photographic stories and special issues, ensuring projects are well managed and that budgets and deadlines are met: research and pitch ideas, assign photographers, develop a story narrative, establish a content plan and budget, select most compelling and relevant images for publication, work with designers and producers to create a logical and engaging visual narrative on all platforms, plan cover approach with photographer and colleagues; collect accurate caption information, verify credit line, archive and transmit images, work with pre-press on color correction, check image veracity, and make images available for broader use across platforms;
Provide production and field support to photographers, including securing visas, permits, releases, letters of introduction and specialized equipment as well as clearing them through onboarding and compliance practices; project manage stories, moments, and franchises: lead, organize, collaborate, and communicate across all teams (video producers and editors, text editors, writers, designers, researchers, cartographers, and others) to executively produce most compelling, story or product (eg bookazine) for the audience; mentor and provide guidance for less experienced photo editors on the team; scout, identify, and develop photographic talent for the client.

Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Air Table and at least 1 photo editing program (Photo Mechanic, Photo Supreme, Lightoom); knowledge of or adept at picking up software programs regularly used (Premiere, Filemaker, Asana, Slack; Keynote)
Photoshop; Filemaker, Asana, Slack, Air Table; Keynote; Premiere (optional but helpful)

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree required
Journalism school or journalism major a plus
Minimum of 7 years experience in the photography industry in an editing or advanced role; knowledge of photography business, trends, and best practices
Experience with long-form documentary visual storytelling, and an understanding of videography and mobile storytelling
Excellent visual taste
Understanding of editorial content creation from pitch to completion
Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to exercise independent judgement and work with minimal supervision; needs guidance only in the most complex situations;
Solves complex problems and takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions;
Strong project management skills; ability to identify expectations, establish and execute a project, meet deadlines and budget, and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
Ability to collaborate across departments, to manage and communicate with colleagues, and to be a team player;
Experience managing deliverables, assets, and workflows;
Ability to provide guidance and feedback to less experienced colleagues in a respectful and constructive manner;
Ability to think strategically about overall direction and future goals within and outside of the photo department.
Some experience with / knowledge of core subject areas (wildlife, history and/or archaeology, nature, science, and travel) strongly preferred

Diversity Inclusion & Customer Service Statement

TeamPeople is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way.

We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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