Photo Assignment Editor
About The Position
The Washington Post is seeking a rigorous, creative and fast-moving photo assignment editor to help drive visual storytelling across our newsroom. This role is central to how The Post reports the news visually, from breaking coverage to ambitious enterprise. The photo assignment editor will assign, shape and deliver high-impact photography and visual stories that resonate with local, national and global audiences. The ideal candidate combines sharp news judgment with a sophisticated visual sensibility and a strong understanding of how storytelling translates across platforms. We are looking for an editor who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can pivot quickly between assignments and is eager to experiment with new approaches to visual journalism. This role requires close collaboration with reporters, editors and visual teams across the newsroom to ensure our photography is timely, authoritative and distinctive. This position is based in our Washington, D.C., newsroom and will require some night and weekend shifts.
Requirements
- A track record of editing complex visual stories across a range of formats.
- A strong eye for photography and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of freelance photographers.
- Deep understanding of visual storytelling across digital and print platforms.
- Ability to write concise, accurate copy for photo presentations.
- Comfort working quickly and pivoting between breaking news and longer-term enterprise.
- Experience with visual storytelling that integrates photography, video, graphics, text and audio.
- Proficiency with digital tools such as Photoshop and PhotoMechanic; working knowledge of Premiere or other video editing software is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assign photography, conduct visual research and generate visual stories across daily and enterprise coverage.
- Pitch, write and edit visual-first stories that elevate The Post’s journalism.
- Manage a wide range of assignments, from breaking news to immersive, high-impact visual projects.
- Work closely with correspondents and editors in Washington and across the U.S. and globally.
- Collaborate with visual, design and audience teams to deliver engaging, accurate and informative reader experiences.
- Develop creative visual storytelling approaches that take advantage of all publishing platforms, including Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
- Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and two personal days
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
- Robust mental health resources
- Backup care and caregiver concierge services
- Gender affirming services
- Pet insurance
- Free Post digital subscription
- Leadership and career development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
