Walt Disney
Photo Editor, Digital- National Geographic
Walt Disney, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.Photo Editor, Digital- National Geographic Req ID:10095897 Job Description:The Photo Editor is responsible for researching, curating, and editing visual content for National Geographic’s most visible platforms, with a particular focus on digital. This includes NationalGeographic.com and its app, Instagram and other social platforms, and our email newsletters.Bringing a great eye, digital-first mindset, and editorial integrity to the role, he/she/they will work quickly and accurately to research visual content across a range of subjects—science, health, technology, wildlife, history, nature, and travel—collaborating with National Geographic editors and staff photographers as well as contributing photographers and writers. The role offers an opportunity to apply knowledge and appreciation for visual storytelling and photojournalism as well as new ideas to develop fresh ways to represent our stories visually and to reach new audiences.What You Will Do:Photographic Research: Research, curate, and license photography for all platforms, with a focus on our digital platforms; and to provide support on workflow, billing, contracts, and other photo logistics. Ensure that budgets and deadlines are met; caption information is gathered and disseminated; verify credit line; check image veracity when in question; and make images available for broader use across platforms.Digital Production: Design and build stories in CMS with eye to strong visual pacing.Research and pitch visually innovative and original uses of existing images and packages, demonstrating an understanding of the different platforms and audiences.Photo Production: Collaborate with staff photographers on portraiture, reportage, conceptual, or still life; work with ideas and photographers in the studio or on location.Required Qualifications & Skills:Minimum 3 years of experience with photo research or photo editingExcellent visual taste and a wide-range of knowledge about and appreciation for visual storytelling and photojournalismEnthusiasm to collaborate on new ideas, ability to think in fresh ways about how to best represent our stories visuallyDrive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentationProven deep, expedient research skills (with agencies, individual contributors, archives, libraries, social media)Strong communication and collaborative abilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlinesAbility to multitask and to balance short and long lead deadlinesSelf-motivated and resourcefulAbility to negotiate rates with relevant contractors and third-partiesKnowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Microsoft Office, Filemaker, Adobe Photoshop and Bridge, Media Pro, PhotoMechanic, Photo Supreme, Premiere, FTP, and all social media platformsPreferred Qualifications:Some experience with / knowledge of National Geographic’s core subject areas (wildlife, history and/or archaeology, nature, science, and travel) strongly preferredEducation:College degreePreferred Education:Photojournalism degree a plus but not requiredThe hiring range for this position in Washington DC is $63,400 to $85,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment:ABC Studios Job Posting Primary Business:ABC Studios All Primary Job Posting Category:Editorial - Photo Editing Employment Type:Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:Washington, DC, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:Date Posted:2024-07-25#J-18808-Ljbffr
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.Photo Editor, Digital- National Geographic Req ID:10095897 Job Description:The Photo Editor is responsible for researching, curating, and editing visual content for National Geographic’s most visible platforms, with a particular focus on digital. This includes NationalGeographic.com and its app, Instagram and other social platforms, and our email newsletters.Bringing a great eye, digital-first mindset, and editorial integrity to the role, he/she/they will work quickly and accurately to research visual content across a range of subjects—science, health, technology, wildlife, history, nature, and travel—collaborating with National Geographic editors and staff photographers as well as contributing photographers and writers. The role offers an opportunity to apply knowledge and appreciation for visual storytelling and photojournalism as well as new ideas to develop fresh ways to represent our stories visually and to reach new audiences.What You Will Do:Photographic Research: Research, curate, and license photography for all platforms, with a focus on our digital platforms; and to provide support on workflow, billing, contracts, and other photo logistics. Ensure that budgets and deadlines are met; caption information is gathered and disseminated; verify credit line; check image veracity when in question; and make images available for broader use across platforms.Digital Production: Design and build stories in CMS with eye to strong visual pacing.Research and pitch visually innovative and original uses of existing images and packages, demonstrating an understanding of the different platforms and audiences.Photo Production: Collaborate with staff photographers on portraiture, reportage, conceptual, or still life; work with ideas and photographers in the studio or on location.Required Qualifications & Skills:Minimum 3 years of experience with photo research or photo editingExcellent visual taste and a wide-range of knowledge about and appreciation for visual storytelling and photojournalismEnthusiasm to collaborate on new ideas, ability to think in fresh ways about how to best represent our stories visuallyDrive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentationProven deep, expedient research skills (with agencies, individual contributors, archives, libraries, social media)Strong communication and collaborative abilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlinesAbility to multitask and to balance short and long lead deadlinesSelf-motivated and resourcefulAbility to negotiate rates with relevant contractors and third-partiesKnowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Microsoft Office, Filemaker, Adobe Photoshop and Bridge, Media Pro, PhotoMechanic, Photo Supreme, Premiere, FTP, and all social media platformsPreferred Qualifications:Some experience with / knowledge of National Geographic’s core subject areas (wildlife, history and/or archaeology, nature, science, and travel) strongly preferredEducation:College degreePreferred Education:Photojournalism degree a plus but not requiredThe hiring range for this position in Washington DC is $63,400 to $85,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment:ABC Studios Job Posting Primary Business:ABC Studios All Primary Job Posting Category:Editorial - Photo Editing Employment Type:Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:Washington, DC, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:Date Posted:2024-07-25#J-18808-Ljbffr