Senior Photo Editor

About the role

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a Senior Photo Editor for WSJ. Magazine and Style News coverage (which includes the Entertainment, Fashion & Lifestyle, and Culture bureaus).

Responsibilities

• Oversight of multi-pronged visual projects, such as complex fashion shoots and photo-research projects.
• Closely work with a team of WSJ. Magazine and Style News photo editors, WSJ newsroom photo editors, and platform teams.
• Produce, pull, and build visual assets for Style News content for various digital platforms.
• Lead and support all phases of photo shoot production, from concept to final delivery.
• Manage multiple intricate photoshoots while coordinating image deliverables with various teams.
• Pitch visually innovative and original approaches to coverage, considering different platforms and audiences.
• Think creatively about visually representing columns and analysis, aiming for social engagement.
• Meticulously maintain a budget on a monthly basis.
• Represent Journal interests and negotiate rates with relevant contractors and third-parties.

Requirements

• At least 6 to 8 years experience in a photo-editing role.
• Extensive background in editorial production work, conceptualization, and assigning of visual content.
• Excellent news judgment, fast digital editing skills, and a strong understanding of mobile-first experiences and design.
• Strong industry relationships with photographers, photo agents, stylists, set designers, and other creative collaborators.
• Deep research skills, including newsgathering and social media tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative abilities.
• A creative vision and enthusiasm to spearhead and collaborate on new ideas.
• The drive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentation.
• Knowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Photoshop, PhotoMechanic, video editing tools, FTP, and all social media platforms.
• The ability to be a self-starter who works well with larger teams.

Qualifications

• At least 6 to 8 years experience in a photo-editing role.
• Extensive background in editorial production work, conceptualization, and assigning of visual content.
• Excellent news judgment, fast digital editing skills, and a strong understanding of mobile-first experiences and design.
• Strong industry relationships with photographers, photo agents, stylists, set designers, and other creative collaborators.
• Deep research skills, including newsgathering and social media tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative abilities.
• A creative vision and enthusiasm to spearhead and collaborate on new ideas.
• The drive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentation.
• Knowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Photoshop, PhotoMechanic, video editing tools, FTP, and all social media platforms.
• The ability to be a self-starter who works well with larger teams.

Skills

• Experience with contemporary portraiture, reportage, conceptual still-life.
• Deep, expedient research skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative abilities.
• A creative vision and enthusiasm to spearhead and collaborate on new ideas.
• The drive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentation.
• Knowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Photoshop, PhotoMechanic, video editing tools, FTP, and all social media platforms.
• The ability to be a self-starter who works well with larger teams.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$110,000 - $120,000 per year.

Schedule

Full-time.