Associate Photo Editor, NBC News Digital

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

2d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

NBC News Digital is seeking an Associate Photo Editor to join our growing Art and Photo Department. The Associate Photo Editor will work closely with editors, reporters, and art directors to visualize our stories and brand on nbcnews.com and our digital platforms. This shift is Mon-Fri 4p-12a ET . Must be based at a U.S. NBC News Digital Hub Office (New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C) for hybrid work. This position is represented by the NewsGuild-CWA.

Requirements

• 2+ years as a photo editor at a news organization, or a comparable body of photo editing freelance work
• Portfolio that demonstrates an eye for storytelling, concept, composition, and color
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience working in a CMS
• Must work at designated local bureau on Mon-Thurs
• Occasional schedule adjustments for U.S. holidays and special events.
• Occasional travel to New York office if based at an alternate hub (LA, DC)

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on quick deadlines in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change in a daily, unpredictable news production environment.
• Must have a broad knowledge and curiosity about news, and a keen eye for spotting interesting and newsworthy visual content.
• Understanding of journalism ethics, image copyright, and digital licensing.
• Ability to commission and produce original photography with freelance photographers.

Responsibilities

• Research, select and edit images for inclusion in stories published on nbcnews.com and our digital platforms.
• Monitor news agency feeds to identify strong images for breaking and developing news stories.
• Edit and compose captions and headlines for photos and galleries on our digital platforms.
• Create photo essays and photo galleries for nbcnews.com.
• Work with multiple stakeholders and execute assignments from editors on a wide range of topics for all NBC News platforms.
• Pitch and produce photo and art-driven stories for our websites and digital platforms.
• Assist in administration and tracking of contracts, invoices and image licensing.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed