Photo Editor

Job Description:

The Boston Globe seeks an experienced photo editor to join a staff of photojournalists and editors. In a fast paced newsroom covering New England, the candidate must demonstrate a high proficiency in picture editing, communication skills and time management.

The ideal candidate will help guide our photojournalism, shepherding stories from inception to digital-first production and publication. They must be curious, a team player and deeply knowledgeable about photography and storytelling. A coverage area of six states requires a well developed sense of news judgement and strong organizational abilities. 

Responsibilities:

• React to live and breaking news, selecting the best and most relevant images to appear on Bostonglobe.com and subsequently, in Boston Globe print products.
• Collaborate with other departments to enable the best visual opportunities for each story.
• Work closely with the photography staff to edit and guide stories towards publication.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with the video, digital editing and print editing teams.
• Research and build photo galleries for breaking stories and timely or noteworthy topics.
• Assist in the curation of images for off-platform Globe products, such as Instagram or newsletters.
• Exhibit or develop a proficiency in on-site or remote editing of live news and sporting events.
• Plan, edit and digitally produce enterprise and long form stories.
• Allow for schedule flexibility, depending upon the needs of the organization.
• Independently manages, guides and coordinates photography and visual images for assigned stories and features, ensuring the smooth flow of work to and from photo shoots, photo editing to production
• Attend news meetings to gather information about ongoing and upcoming news events. 
• Coordinate photo requests with the photo assignments editor to obtain photographs in a timely manner. 
• Work with designers and/or news layout editors to ensure the best and most appropriate images appear in the newspaper and online.
• Edits wire services reports for viable photographic content. 
• Complete any additional responsibilities required for the needs of the department.

Qualifications: 

• Assists in leading the photo operation of a highly effective team atmosphere; sets clear expectations and establishes schedules; photography assignments.
• A journalist with strong artistic and photojournalism leadership qualities, photo-editing knowledge and skill, and the ability to lead the newsroom in the development of inventive, imaginative, and original stories.
• Assigns, produces and edits a wide variety of photography for sections of the Globe newsroom.
• Oversees and approves all photography and recommendations prior to it being finally produced for publication.
• Plans and manages all aspects of photographic research and the production of photography and related pages online; oversees the selection and editing/cropping of photography that reinforces the vision, look and feel of the Globe’s digital platforms and enhances users’ visits.
• Generates innovative, imaginative, and original ideas for photo-driven stories.
• A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment 

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Required: 5 years of journalism experience in a photography environment. Journalism, photo editing or photography, degree preferred, 4-year degree preferred.
• Has advanced photojournalism experience and judgment, has advanced knowledge of the photo image selection and editing
• Has advanced experience in photograph research and editing, including the use of digital and electronic editing / cropping tools and software
• Knowledge of videojournalism or video editing is a plus.
• Use advanced multimedia, video and audio reporting techniques to tell the story

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

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EEO Statement: At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive - like the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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