Photo Editor

Join The Daily Beast as a Photo Editor

The Daily Beast is a leading digital news site known for its fearless and incisive reporting. We cover breaking news, politics, pop culture, and more with a distinctive voice that engages a dedicated audience.

About the Role

The Daily Beast is seeking an innovative and highly skilled Photo Editor with a strong background in news photography to lead our visual storytelling efforts. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in the field and a deep understanding of the nuances and demands of news photography. This role requires a creative vision, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee photographic content across The Daily Beast's digital platforms.
• Collaborate with editorial teams to develop compelling visual stories that enhance our news coverage.
• Curate and edit photo essays, galleries, and multimedia packages.
• Ensure all photography meets ethical standards and adheres to copyright laws.
• Develop and maintain relationships with photo agencies and independent photographers.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our visual content fresh and engaging.
• Handle budgeting and negotiate contracts with freelance photographers and photo agencies.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior staff and contribute to the professional development of the photography team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in news photography, photo editing, or a related field.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality visual content for a news organization.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent news judgment and an eye for impactful imagery.
• Proficiency in photo editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Photoshop
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strong management skills.
• A keen understanding of digital media and the role of photography in storytelling.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected and influential news organization.
• Engage with a dedicated audience passionate about political news.
• Enjoy a collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

• Generous paid parental leave 
• Free, premium, access to Care.com for your ongoing care needs: children, seniors, pets, home, and more
• Care@Work Backup Care for Children: Access to subsidized, in-home (or in-center) care for your children up to 10 days per year

Pay Range Salary

The pay range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 annually. 

The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, performance and other factors. The range listed is just one component of the Daily Beast’s total compensation package. The Daily Beast provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K employer matching program, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement listed here? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet each and every qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re interested in joining the Beast but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we encourage you to give it a shot all the same. It might turn out that you're just the right candidate for this or other roles. See more about our commitment to diversity at https://www.thedailybeast.com/company/diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.