A fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Freelance Photo Editor to join NBC News Digital. The Photo Editor will work closely with editors, reporters, and art directors to visualise stories on the website and all digital platforms.
Hours are Fridays: 10am-6pm, Saturdays: 8am-2pm, and Mondays: 8am-2pm. Occasionally, up to 40 hours of fill-in coverage will be required. This opportunity is for a 3-6 month contract with an option to renew.
Responsibilities:
Research, select and edit images for inclusion in stories published on the website & digital platforms
Monitor news agency feeds to identify strong images for breaking and developing news stories
Edit and compose captions and headlines for photos and galleries on our digital platforms
Create photo essays and photo galleries
Work with multiple stakeholders and execute assignments from editors on a wide range of topics for all platforms
Qualifications:
Photo editor experience at a news organisation
Portfolio that demonstrates an eye for storytelling, concept, composition, and colour
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Strong written communication skills
Ability to work on quick deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must have a broad knowledge and curiosity about news, and a keen eye for spotting interesting and newsworthy visual content
Understanding of journalism ethics, image copyright, and digital licensing
This role is based in London, with both remote and in-office capacity.
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
