Photo Director, The California Post

New York Post•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$140,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

The California Post is seeking a Photo Director to oversee all visual storytelling across print and digital platforms. Reporting directly to the Editor-in-Chief, the Photo Director will lead a California team responsible for delivering bold, innovative visuals across both print and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will bring a strong newsroom background, sharp creative instincts, and proven leadership skills to ensure our visual storytelling consistently engages and resonates with audiences.

Requirements

At least 10 years of newsroom photo experience, with a solid background in editing, leadership, and staff development.
Proven ability to manage photography teams in the field, coordinating assignments and ensuring comprehensive coverage of major news events.
Strong experience working with photo agencies and freelance photographers, including negotiating rates and contracts.
Deep knowledge of photo editing processes, technical standards, and best practices for both digital and print.
Strong news judgment with the ability to balance breaking news demands with long-term visual projects.
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and related photo editing tools, and deep familiarity with newsroom publishing systems.
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to coach and mentor staff.
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure newsroom environment, with flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for the Photo department, overseeing photo coverage across both print and digital platforms.
Lead, manage, and mentor the photo team, setting and upholding the highest standards of visual journalism.
Oversee photo coverage across breaking news, features, investigations, and enterprise projects, assigning photographers and providing clear editorial and creative direction to ensure visuals align with priorities.
Collaborate closely with editors, reporters, and senior leadership to ensure photography enhances and elevates storytelling.
Build and maintain strong relationships with photo agencies and freelance photographers, negotiating rates and securing access to top-quality visuals.
Drive innovation in photojournalism, exploring new approaches to visual storytelling across digital and print.
Oversee photo selection, editing, and production to ensure accuracy, speed, and editorial integrity.
Prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high editorial standards.