Senior Photo Editor

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-pronged visual projects – whether putting together a complex fashion shoot with talent & models, or leading a photo-research project over the course of several weeks.
• Work closely with a team of WSJ. Magazine and Style News photo editors, WSJ newsroom photo editors, and our platform teams.
• Produce, pull and build visual assets for Style News content for the needs of all digital platforms.
• Lead and support all phases of photo shoot production, from concept through final delivery, liaising closely with our Photography Director.
• Manage multiple intricate photoshoots while also coordinating image deliverables between a network of newspaper, magazine and digital teams.
• Pitch visually innovative and original approaches to coverage, demonstrating an understanding of the different platforms and audiences.
• Think in fresh, catchy and witty ways about how to best visually represent columns and analysis, with an eye to social engagement.
• Meticulously maintain a budget on a monthly basis.
• Professionally represent Journal interests and negotiate rates with relevant contractors and third-parties.

• At least 6 to 8 years experience in a photo-editing role.
• An extensive background in editorial production work, conceptualization and assigning of visual content.
• Excellent news judgment, fast digital editing skills and an expansive understanding of mobile-first experience and design.
• Strong industry relationships with photographers, photo agents, stylists, set designers and other creative collaborators.
• Deep research skills, including news gathering and social media tools.
• Strong organizational, communication and collaborative abilities.
• A creative vision and enthusiasm to spearhead and collaborate on new ideas.
• The drive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentation.
• Knowledge of web tools and programs, including content management systems, Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, video editing tools, FTP, and all social media platforms.
• The ability to be a self-starter who works well with larger teams.

You will report to the Photo Director of WSJ. Magazine and Style News. This full-time position is based in our New York office.

Base Pay Range: 110,

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent.

This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Business Area:
Dow Jones - News - WSJ

Job Category:
Editorial/Journalism

Union Status:
Union role

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The Wall Street Journal is a global news organization that provides leading news, information, commentary and analysis. The Wall Street Journal engages readers across print, digital, mobile, social, audio, and video. Building on its heritage as the preeminent source of global business and financial news, the Journal includes coverage of U.S. and world news, politics, arts, culture, lifestyle, sports, and health.

It holds more than three dozen Pulitzer Prizes for outstanding journalism. The Wall Street Journal is published by Dow Jones, a division of News Corp (NASDAQ: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).