Senior Visual Editor

This is a Full Time Job

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Shape the visual voice of two of the most iconic brands in media. As Senior Visual Editor for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen within the Hearst Visual Group, you'll bring bold, culture-defining stories to life through striking imagery and innovative production.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
• Commission photographers and oversee end-to-end production of photo shoots across print and digital platforms
• Lead on-set production and provide confident, experienced art direction to achieve exceptional visual outcomes
• Collaborate with editorial, design, and visual teams to concept and execute compelling, on-brand shoots
• Manage and optimize shoot budgets, balancing creative ambition with strategic resource allocation
• Oversee production logistics including contracts, COIs, call sheets, travel, credits, and asset delivery
• Direct retouching processes to ensure final imagery meets brand standards and visual excellence
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with photographers, stylists, agents, and vendors
• Identify and champion emerging visual talent, bringing fresh perspectives to Cosmopolitan and Seventeen

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a magazine visual department or similar creative environment
• Proven experience producing celebrity, fashion, beauty, and still-life shoots
• Strong on-set art direction skills with the ability to lead production confidently
• Established network of photographers, stylists, agents, and creative vendors
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, timelines, and multiple projects simultaneously
• Deep understanding of visual storytelling across print, digital, and social platforms
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Knowledge of current industry trends, emerging talent, and visual culture
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
• This role is based in New York City with an in-office requirement of 4 days per week

Union Note

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.