Photo
11.03.11
posted by SPD HR
BACKPACKER magazine is seeking to hire a full-time Photo Assistant to fulfill images needs for
BACKPACKER's print and digital media.
Candidates should have previous experience in a photo department and thorough knowledge of Mac operating system. They must be extremely organized, flexible, and able to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.
Overall the duties are photo research, preparation and styling for product shoots, and administrative details.
Job Responsibilities -- Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist the Senior Associate Photo Editor with all photo department responsibilities
- Edit incoming submissions to select the most beautiful, inspirational, and relevant images to match the locations in the text
- Research beyond the traditional sources for photos (beyond stock agencies and photographers to: bloggers, hiking clubs, park/forest offices).
- Research accurate and specific information for captions to provide the editors
- Enter credits into layouts
- Request and meticulously prepare hi-res images for the production department
- Communicating with companies about PR photo needs
- Photo shoot pre-production, calling in products, assisting in styling
- Teaching photo department procedures to interns
- Work with editors and interns on web production to attach photos to articles online
- Communicate and assist other Outdoor Group titles with photo inquiries?
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- Proficient in Adobe CS4, including Photoshop, Bridge and InDesign
- Be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Be enthusiastic, reliable, eager to learn, and have a positive attitude
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with National Parks and other natural places
- Relationships with and/or knowledge of individual nature photographers and their archives
- Familiarity with the outdoor adventure culture