Deputy Photo Director

Dow Jones

123d • $115,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Barron's is seeking an innovative and passionate visual storyteller to work under the Head of Visuals to help establish the look & feel of the Barron's brand through photography. The ideal candidate is excited by the notion of finding the right photographer for what can be difficult subject matter and isn't afraid to jump into the trenches with their team.

Requirements

• 10+ years in an editorial department or newsroom role.
• Adobe CC expertise.
• Knowledge of news, business, and finance is a plus.
• Experience with Wordpress is a plus.
• Experience with Methode and/or K4 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day operations of the photo department's two full-time Photo Editors (PEs).
• Provide clear and concise feedback.
• Mentor PEs in how they think about/approach stories.
• Help develop individual PE's voices and how to align that individual voice with the voice of Barron's.
• Pair stories with PEs.
• Track assignments and project timelines.
• Oversee image, caption, and credit accuracy.
• Negotiate fees, manage contracts and paperwork for assignments.
• Assist in the production of imagery for quick hitting daily web stories as well as longer term features for web and print.
• Develop, deploy, and enforce workflows to increase the productivity of the department.
• Flag potential opportunities for photo-driven stories.
• Identify opportunities for in-house photo-illustration execution and help guide PEs in their creation of assets.
• Sit-in and participate-in story meetings as Photo representation and to act as a source of knowledge and insight for the photo team.
• Maintain (and help guide PEs to maintain) clear and open communication with story editors and art directors.
• Work with the Head of Visuals in maintaining the voice of Barron's through photography.
• Source new talent among photographers, stylists, and additional contributors.
• Maintain the photo budget.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees