Photo Editor
About The Position
Oversee all aspects of photo editing for Newsmax's digital, print, and broadcast media. Source, license, and manage third-party images from wire services, photo agencies, and stock libraries. Edit, crop, color-correct, and optimize images for multiple platforms and formats. Ability to use AI to edit, enhance and use photos Coordinate with reporters, producers, and designers to provide strong visual support for stories and features. Organize and maintain a comprehensive photographic archive, including proper metadata tagging and descriptive captions for easy retrieval. Develop and maintain an internal database of images, ensuring it remains current, searchable, and compliant with copyright and usage rights. Manage photo usage rights and track licenses, renewals, and restrictions. Ensure editorial consistency and visual quality across all Newsmax properties. Assist in planning and producing original photo shoots when needed. Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and best practices in visual media.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Photography, Journalism, Visual Media, or related field preferred.
- 4+ years of professional experience as a photo editor in a newsroom, magazine, or digital media environment.
- Strong editorial judgment and familiarity with news standards and ethics.
- Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and digital asset management (DAM) systems.
- Experience working with major photo agencies (e.g., Getty, AP, Reuters) and understanding of image licensing.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work quickly under deadline pressure in a fast-paced news environment.
- Knowledge of metadata, captioning, and archiving best practices.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to visual accuracy.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with video frame capture and editing for digital use.
- Experience implementing or managing a digital photo database system.
- Basic understanding of web publishing tools and CMS systems.
- Interest in news, politics, and current affairs.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of photo editing for Newsmax's digital, print, and broadcast media.
- Source, license, and manage third-party images from wire services, photo agencies, and stock libraries.
- Edit, crop, color-correct, and optimize images for multiple platforms and formats.
- Ability to use AI to edit, enhance and use photos
- Coordinate with reporters, producers, and designers to provide strong visual support for stories and features.
- Organize and maintain a comprehensive photographic archive, including proper metadata tagging and descriptive captions for easy retrieval.
- Develop and maintain an internal database of images, ensuring it remains current, searchable, and compliant with copyright and usage rights.
- Manage photo usage rights and track licenses, renewals, and restrictions.
- Ensure editorial consistency and visual quality across all Newsmax properties.
- Assist in planning and producing original photo shoots when needed.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and best practices in visual media.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience (range $85K to $110K)
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for career growth within a dynamic, growing media organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Broadcasting and Content Providers
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
