Temporary Director of Photography, Men's Health and Women's Health

Hearst • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Men’s Health and Women’s Health is seeking a Temporary Director of Photography, Producer, and Editor to support our video team. This is a hands-on, doer role: you’ll shoot, light, help produce, and edit in partnership with our Executive Producer and production team—bringing sharp visual taste while jumping in wherever the day needs coverage, problem-solving, or post support.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in cinematography, video production, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• Demonstrated DP/camera experience across digital, documentary, branded, or studio environments
• Strong lighting and composition fundamentals with a refined visual sensibility
• Producer-minded approach: proactive, highly organized, and calm under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Editing proficiency in a modern NLE (Premiere preferred; Avid or Resolve also welcome), including building rough cuts and managing versions
• Solid post-production fundamentals, including file organization, audio awareness, and collaborative editing workflows
• Ability to flex across multiple roles on set and in post, adapting to evolving production needs
• Ability to work onsite Tuesday through Thursday in New York City, with flexibility for early calls and occasional travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead camera and lighting on shoots across Men’s Health and Women’s Health, spanning studio, field, documentary, and social-first formats
• Operate as a hands-on production partner, supporting logistics, run-of-show execution, and on-set coordination to keep shoots moving efficiently
• Bring a strong visual point of view, elevating content through thoughtful composition, lighting, and camera movement
• Maintain organized, high-functioning sets by communicating clearly, managing time effectively, and ensuring clean coverage
• Edit selects, assemblies, and rough cuts, applying pacing, music, and basic sound polish in line with creative direction
• Manage post-production workflows, including media organization, file labeling, continuity tracking, and clean project handoffs
• Assist in scaling production teams by coordinating freelancers and vendors (camera, sound, G&E) as needed
• Contribute creative ideas, references, and production solutions that push formats forward while staying true to brand

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees