Photo Editor Associate

This is a Full Time Job

We are looking for a motivated Associate Photo Editor to be a part of a groundbreaking online news-team. As Associate Photo Editor, you can handle a fast-paced environment and are creative, flexible and have a ''can-do'' attitude. You are willing to learn, enjoy collaborating with a team and are eager to advance within the company.

You will be offered the following shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00 AM ET - 7:00 PM ET

Hours are subject to change. You must be available to work alternate hours when needed.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Editing and optimizing original photography and video for web and devices
• Booking travel for photographers
• Assigning photographers to assignments
• Assist with handling invoices, and tracking billing
• Adhering to, and auditing detailed SEO requirements
• Incorporating edits from supervisors
• Utilizing real-time analytics tools to track the success of photo & video-driven stories
• Creating and updating slideshows to capture important and compelling events
• Communicating with news professionals in an assignment desk setting
• Maintaining database of contacts and story ideas
• Working with all verticals (assisting) including, Entertainment, US News, Lifestyle, Business, and World Teams by pitching visual stories and pulling in wire and partner content
• Monitoring social media platforms and forums for the latest breaking or trending news items of interest to readers
• Multitasking on tight deadlines in high-pressure environment
• Prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• A Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, journalism, graphic arts or other related discipline
• One year working in daily breaking news environment
• Ability to work under deadline pressures with editors and reporters
• Willingness and ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays
• Proven creative mind with a great eye for detail
• Experience in Photoshop, Premiere, Bridge, and/or Lightroom
• Prior experience working in a DAM, or CMS is highly desired
• An interest in photography is a plus

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