Job Title Associate Photo Editor
Job Description I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives. The Associate Photo Editor hands both photo research and photo shoots. The Associate Photo Editor conducts photo research for Covers, Features and Front of Book/Back of Book Stories through a variety of sources-including stock agencies, paparazzi, photographers, local newspapers, story subjects, our newsfeed and social *** -covering all topics-celebrity, news, human interest, royals and crime.
Additionally, the Associate Photo Editor produces a variety of photo shoots with both celebrities and "real people."
Responsibilities include:
- concepting the visual look of the shoot based on the story we're telling
- coming up with a list of appropriate photographers
- sourcing location
- working with talent rep to book hair/makeup/stylist
- booking catering and set design as needed
- creating call sheet
- sticking to provided budget and creating a detailed shoot estimate
- editing the "film" once it comes in and inputting proper metadata
The Associate Photo Editor must be able to work on all the above in an extraordinarily fast-paced environment, be able to handle many stories at once and have exceptional organization skills.
II. Essential Job FunctionsWeight % - Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
60 % - Conduct photo research for Covers, Features and Front of Book/Back of Book Stories through a variety of sources-including stock agencies, paparazzi, photographers, local newspapers, story subjects, our newsfeed and social *** -covering all topics-celebrity, news, human interest, royals and crime.
40% - Produce a variety of photo shoots with both celebrities and "real people."
Responsibilities include:
- concepting the visual look of the shoot based on the story we're telling
- coming up with a list of appropriate photographers
- sourcing location
- working with talent rep to book hair/makeup/stylist
- booking catering and set design as needed
- creating call sheet
- sticking to provided budget and creating a detailed shoot estimate
- editing the "film" once it comes in and inputting proper metadata
100%
III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: Bachelor's degree in photography/photojournalism or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a photo department
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Possess an interest and knowledge of photography and a keen eye for photo selection
- Must be a problem solver! Quick thinking and resourceful; be able to work autonomously with the capability to prioritize multiple projects with fast turn-around times
- Knowledge of photo agencies and pricing structures as well as licensing terms
- Knowledge of all aspects of shoot production as outlined above
- Knowledge of and interest in pop/celebrity culture and other topics covered in People
% Travel Required (Approximate) : 0%
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Pay Range Salary: $52000 - $65000
The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash *** 's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash *** provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash *** and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
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