Photo Editor - Contract

Bloomberg•Washington, DC

6h•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced photo editor with exceptional picture judgment and advanced proficiency in industry-standard editing tools, including Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, FTP, and CMS/DAM systems for a four-day-per-week, in-office role based in a high-energy newsroom in Washington, DC. You thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at quickly sourcing impactful imagery for breaking news and will be responsible for sourcing imagery for the Bloomberg Terminal and Bloomberg’s homepage, utilizing a mix of wholly owned, third-party, and web-based content through proprietary tools. Your work will help illustrate a diverse range of news stories and elevate Bloomberg’s visual storytelling. You may eventually assist with assigning photo coverage of news events, editing and producing high-caliber imagery and writing thoughtful, relevant captions. You stay informed on global developments in business, finance, and politics, and are passionate about using visuals to enhance our journalism. As part of our dynamic photo team, you’ll be challenged to work with speed, accuracy, and efficiency, contributing across nearly every Bloomberg platform.

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional photo editing experience for digital platforms including homepage and website curation
Strong proficiency in sourcing imagery from newswire and image licensing services
Solid understanding of image licensing, permissions, and associated legal considerations
Ability to quickly interpret editorial content and pair it effectively with visual assets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, global work environment and meet tight deadlines
Comfortable using Slack for team communication and collaboration
Proficiency in Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, FTP, and CMS/DAM systems

Nice To Haves

Experience with Premiere Pro/Final Cut and audio
Experience in graphic and web design, including HTML/CSS
Existing relationships with a range of photographers/videographers
A 'roll your sleeves up' mentality
A strategic problem solver

Responsibilities

Sourcing imagery for the Bloomberg Terminal and Bloomberg’s homepage
Utilizing a mix of wholly owned, third-party, and web-based content through proprietary tools
Illustrating a diverse range of news stories
Elevating Bloomberg’s visual storytelling
Assisting with assigning photo coverage of news events
Editing and producing high-caliber imagery
Writing thoughtful, relevant captions
Contributing across nearly every Bloomberg platform