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BuzzFeed is hiring: Senior Photo Editor, Visuals in New York

BuzzFeed
BuzzFeed Salary
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Content Summary : Senior Photo Editor, Visuals at New York, for BuzzFeed

HuffPost is a subsidiary of BuzzFeed, Inc.

As part of our esteemed organization, HuffPost is a leading source of award-winning news and commentary for the most diverse and connected generation ever— with reporting spanning across politics, lifestyle, entertainment, and more. HuffPost believes in putting people before power and telling the stories that too often go unheard, from the voices that matter.

Business Area : Content

Job Category : HuffPost

Salary : $99,860.00 - $105,000.00 USD

Union Status : Union

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between HuffPost and Writers Guild of America East.

BuzzFeed Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We reserve the ability to adjust the final compensation for this role based on the final candidate's experience, skillset, certifications, and geography.

The Role

HuffPost is seeking a Senior Photo Editor, a highly skilled, experienced, and versatile photo editor who works as both a hands-on creator and facilitator of premium visual content across HuffPost. They will be responsible for maintaining high photographic standards across HuffPost’s coverage, closely coordinating with story / editorial stakeholders across the newsroom, and acting as a central point of HuffPost photographic storytelling. Candidates should be adaptable, resourceful, and dynamic with an eye for captivating, evocative photography and a deep understanding of copyright. This is a full-time hybrid position, with the expectation of commuting to our New York City office twice a week at minimum.

You Will

  • Handle day-to-day tasks including photo editing, research, photo illustrations, story layout, external rights clearing, and photo licensing with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain high photographic standards across HuffPost’s work through close collaboration & communication with departments, leading quarterly trainings and best practices.
  • Assign freelance photographers to cover original HuffPost stories of varying tone and scope, handle payment / contract, and subsequent story layout and edits.
  • Assist colleagues with rights-related photo usage questions.
  • Develop photo concepts and art plans in concert with Head of Visuals.
  • Evaluate photographer pitches, spot photo-driven projects, evaluate their brand fit and develop them into original projects.
  • Identify skill-growth opportunities : Animation, design / typography, video editing, motion graphics.

You Have

  • 8 years of experience as a photo editor, ideally in a news / media environment.
  • Demonstrate excellent judgment regarding ethics and editorial standards, and quickly source images and clear permissions in a breaking news situation.
  • Extensive experience with and knowledge of copyright and fair use as it applies to news imagery.
  • Excellent project, time management, and photo research skills.
  • A demonstrated understanding of visual storytelling across different types of reported stories.
  • Solid grasp of current photography industry trends / landscape & knowledge of emerging / established photographers.
  • Master proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, advanced level retouching, color correction, and photo manipulation skills.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Experience with lighting / original studio photography.
  • Life at BuzzFeed, Inc.

    We celebrate inclusion and are committed to equal-opportunity employment. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.

    You can expect :

  • A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning Team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more.
  • An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary.
  • A well-rounded benefits program featuring paid time off, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, health and wellness discounts, and much more.
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    Salary : $99,860 - $105,000

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