Deputy Photo Editor, California Post

The California Post is seeking a sharp, creative, and highly motivated Deputy Photo Editor to join our Photo Department. This role is ideal for a visual storyteller with a passion for breaking news, showbiz, politics, and sports who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom and understands how to create compelling visual experiences across digital and print platforms.

About the role

The Deputy Photo Editor will play a key role in shaping the California Post’s visual coverage, bringing strong editorial judgment, a keen eye for impactful imagery, and a deep knowledge of current events to the newsroom. The ideal candidate is an experienced visual journalist and collaborative leader who can work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven environment. Reporting directly to the Photo Director, the Deputy Photo Editor will help lead the day-to-day visual operation and contribute to the department’s overall editorial strategy.

Responsibilities

• Play a lead role in the daily operation of the photo department ensuring bold, compelling visual coverage in both our print edition and digital news coverage.
• Conduct investigative photo research covering news, showbiz, sports, and political events.
• Assign photographers to cover breaking news and special features.
• Collaborate closely with editors and designers to select the most eye-catching, high-impact images.
• Pitch exclusive and engaging photo-driven stories that capture audience attention.
• Negotiate rates and secure rights with photo agencies and freelance photographers.
• Continuously monitor California Post news site to ensure the most striking images are being showcased.
• Create visually compelling composites for the homepage and other key sections.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience working with a multi-platform national media brand, in digital & print.
• Extensive experience assigning photographers and working with photo agencies.
• Excellent news judgment and deep knowledge of entertainment, features, and sports.
• A keen eye for engaging, high-impact imagery and a strong grasp of the global photo marketplace.
• Proven research skills, including newsgathering and social media tools.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and related photo editing tools, and deep familiarity with newsroom publishing systems.
• The ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom.
• A proactive, collaborative approach—team player with top-notch communication skills.
• A positive attitude and a passion for visual storytelling and the California Post.

Schedule

This role will be expected to report into our Los Angeles office 5 days per week (subject to change depending on business needs). The shift schedule for this position will be Sunday-Thursday, 12pm-8pm PST.

Pay

Base Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.