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Assistant Photo Editor

We (Topix Media Lab) are on the hunt for an associate photo editor-- Job includes stock research and management of other photo resources, light retouching (silhouetting, darkening/lightening behind text, extending images) credits and budget management etc we are a small publishing company based in the financial district. We create special issue newsstand-only magazines for a wide variety of clients such as Disney, Marvel, Dreamworks, Nickelodeon, Newsweek, Investigation Discovery, CBS, and on and on--take a look at our online store to get an idea of the kind of products we create: http://onnewsstandsnow.com Cool, right? We are looking to fill this position ASAP. We need someone who is independent and able to juggle multiple projects in a very fast-paced (but super fun) environment. We are a true "lab" in that we create every magazine in-house with an amazingly talented team of writers, editors, designers and photo editors This position includes full health benefits and paid vacation

Assistant Photo Editor

Reader's Digest needs an Assistant Photo Editor based out of our White Plains, NY office just outside of Manhattan. Under the Photography Director you would be acquiring and editing photos as well as shooting original images for Reader's Digest magazine, website and social media sites. Responsibilities: -Shooting original photography for print and rd.com -Retouching in house images and marking up images for retouching -Photo studio and prop closet management -Photo production for front of book departments -Stock research and licensing -Organizing caption and credit information -Booking travel for photographers and subjects -Attaining model releases from all subjects -On set production assistance -Tracking of monthly photo budgets and estimates -Managing contracts, W-9s, invoices from photographers and other vendors -Sending out issues and tear-sheets -Occasional scanning -Pulling swipe for monthly art brainstorming meetings -Sourcing and purchasing props for in-house shoots Experience: 1-2 years experience in an editorial photo department and shooting photography. Knowledge of Canon/DSLR equipment, strobe lighting equipment, photo research, large format scanning, photo archiving both physically and digitally, retouching, color correction, resizing images and file management. Knowledge of current editorial photographers, styles and lighting techniques. Videography and video editing experience a plus. Education: BA in photography, or equivalent.

Assistant Photo-Editor Digital

Fortune Magazine is looking for a full-time freelance assistant photo editor at Fortune.com with a keen interest in journalism to support senior photo staff with administrative and other miscellaneous magazine photo department tasks. Duties include: researching, cropping, sizing and optimizing images for print and web usage; basic administrative skills; captioning, preparing and loading images into our content management system. Looking for a detail oriented person with photo-research skills and basic understanding of strong editorial content and organizing images. Knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign helpful. Experience with WordPress a must. An entry-level position to 1+ years of relevant experience. Undergraduate degree in Photography, Bachelor of Fine Arts, preferred. Work to be done in Time Inc's new downtown Manhattan office (Brookfield Place).

Photo Assistant, Food & Wine

The Photo Assistant will support the Photo Department with the shared goal of acquiring beautiful imagery for the Food & Wine brand (magazine, website, books). -- Coordinate shoot logistics: Book travel for crew; prepare shoot scripts; ensure all model releases are in; call in credits from prop stylists. --Ensure all contracts are signed and filed prior to publication and that all assignment letters are sent out in a timely manner. --Upload digital files; add metadata; order hi-res files. --Update monthly budget sheets. --Process invoices and follow-up on outstanding bills; update accruals list; prepare/submit expense reports. --Handle miscellaneous administrative duties for the Photo Department (send out magazines and PDFs to contributors; send props to set; check photo credits). --When time permits, call in pick-up photographs for front-of-the-book stories.
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ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR

Nature Conservancy magazine, the award-winning, bimonthly publication of the world's leading conservation organization, seeks a dynamic Assistant Photo Editor with 2+ years of editorial experience to help document and depict some of the most beautiful and threatened natural places in the world--as well as the people who are working to protect them. The successful candidate will assist the magazine's Photo Director with photography assignments, research & editing, managing image file workflow, licensing images and payment of invoices, as well as work with the Art Director to coordinate creation of maps & illustrations. S/he will have excellent creative visual storytelling skills, a knack for photo research with stock agencies and other sources, and a knowledge of and passion for photographic history and styles, including natural history, conservation, reportage, portraiture, conceptual, and fine art. The successful candidate will be highly organized, a self-starting, independent worker, and willing to go the extra mile to create or find the perfect image. Excellent communication skills are required. Must be able to work well in a fun, collaborative team environment that requires working closely with freelancers, editors, designers, and other staff.

FREELANCE JUNIOR PHOTO RESEARCHER/EDITOR

· Research photos using Condé Nast image data base · Research photos through photo agencies, image libraries, PR outlets, and other sources · Submit previously published Condé Nast material to permissions department for approval · Compile issue photo credits · Create detailed spreadsheets to keep track of information pertaining to each image in issue · Call in and return products as directed for still life shoots

Assistant Photo Editor

The Assistant Photo Editor is responsible for photo research, support on photo shoots, and standing-in for the photo director on shoots when necessary. S/he develops, implements, and maintains effective systems to ensure smooth tracking of all photo needs, and works to ensure the timeliness of all material pertaining to Grand Editorial clients. - Provide thorough photo research for Grand Editorial clients (including, but not limited to, The Advocate, Out, BlackBook, and Hilton Hotels), looking beyond the usual stock agencies to find unique images - Play active role in idea-generation meetings, and serve as enthusiastic editorial presence - Manage trafficking of images from assignment through production - Serve as point person for photo department invoices and contracts - Compile caption and credit information - Supervise photo interns

ARTINFO Associate Photo Editor

ARTINFO, the premier site for news about art and culture around the world, is looking for a full-time associate photo editor. Responsibilities: · High quality image research and a keen eye for news, columns, and reviews for the site; anything from the visual and performing arts to fashion and celebrities. · · Editing photos for the web and the ability to create composite graphics. · Compiling captions and credits · Collaborating with the editorial team to meet needs for publication · Corresponding with galleries, museums, auction houses, artists, etc. to obtain images · Occasional photography This is a great opportunity for experience in web publishing.

Assistant Photo Editor

Outside Magazine, the nation's leading active lifestyle magazine based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is seeking an Assistant Photo Editor for our 2 person photo department. The ideal candidate should have a background in photography or art history. Responsibilities include; -Sourcing stock images for departments and features -Tracking and coding invoices for stock, illustrations & photo shoots -Completing monthly budget reports for FOB -Assisting with production for FOB and some feature shoots -Entering credits into layouts -Providing image captions to editors -Tracking licensing rights associated with stock imagery -Providing clerical and production assistance to Photo Editor -Occasionally assisting web department with photo inquiries -Sourcing photos for special iPad issues 2-3 times per year -Material returns Seeking applicants who have the following experience: -Knowledge and experience with major stock libraries -Broad knowledge of photographers and photographer agencies across many disciplines -Experience with Adobe CS5, K4 -Ability to research and work independently in a fast past environment -Capable of managing time and able to prioritize responsibilities -Strong negotiation skills -Energetic and able to meet deadlines Send cover letter and resume to photojob@outsidemag.com

Assistant Photo Editor

AARP Media, located in Washington, DC, is looking for a full time Assistant Photo Editor to join its creative team. This position is responsible for bringing beautiful, contemporary, inspiring and smart images to our award-winning publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. The ideal candidate has strong research experience and an extensive list of photo sources. The job also requires experience with Digital Asset Management, DAM systems. The ideal candidate has impeccable multi-tasking skills and must be able to will work on projects both short and long term simultaneously. This position covers the print magazines as well as digital content. The main skills needed are a firm grasp of photography research and extensive photo sources. This person should be up to date on photographers currently shooting editorial and beyond.

Assistant Photo Editor - Travel & Leisure

Travel + Leisure is looking for an Assistant Photo Editor. This position is responsible for bringing beautiful and inspiring images to an award-winning national travel magazine. The job will have a strong research component of finding existing photos of locations around the world - both scenic shots and service such as hotels, restaurants, shops, etc. There is also a heavy digital element to the job in that this person must also tag the photos brought into the system with metadata and legal information in order to be compliant with our company-wide Digital Asset Management (DAM) system. The position involves intense multi-tasking and working on projects both short and long term at the same time. This position covers the print magazine as well as iPad and tablet content. This person will also produce smaller photo shoots around the world. The main skills needed are a firm grasp of photography research and photography sources - both in the USA and around the world, with an emphasis on travel and/or lifestyle imagery. This person should be up to date on photographers currently shooting editorial and their locations. This position requires 1-2 years of experience working in a magazine environment. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Bridge is required. Knowledge of InCopy, and experience with a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system, is a plus. Knowledge of Excel is helpful.

Assistant Photo Editor

Washingtonian magazine, located in Washington, DC, is currently seeking a motivated and talented Assistant Photo Editor to join its art team. The ideal candidate will have the chance to make an impact on our award-winning suite of publications: Washingtonian magazine, Washingtonian Bride & Groom, Washingtonian Mom and Washingtonian Welcome Guide. Responsibilities include assigning shoots, researching stock photos, submitting imagery for color, inputing page credits, and other administrative duties. Candidates must have at 2-5 years of publishing experience and a love of photography. This position requires a keen eye for detail and strong multitasking and organizational skills.

Assistant Product Photo Editor

* Help post-produce and edit photoshoot images for our clients. * Assist the Head Photo Editor in projects and tasks  * Must be proficient in Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom * Must have an available computer or laptop to work off * Must make sure to meet all deadline * Must have flexible hours

PHOTO/CASTING ASSISTANT (Full Time) Women's Health magazine

Seeking an energetic and enthusiastic full-time photo assistant to join the Women's Health photo department team. The position will provide overall support to the Photo Department and will report directly to the Director of Photography and Deputy Photo Editor. Responsibilities include: casting models for all photo shoots, helping with production of photo shoots, ordering hi-resolution images, photo research for monthly articles, supporting Women's Health digital platforms, and other administrative duties and day-to-day tasks. Experience: - College graduate - 1+ years working in photography research, editing and production Skills: - Proficient in Adobe Photoshop for light retouching, cropping, optimizing - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Strong organizational skills - Able to work under pressure and keep a calm attitude - Must be able to work independently without supervision on deadline *Be proficient in Word, Adobe Bridge, Photoshop and Excel

Online Assistant Photo Editor

The Creative Services and Digital Development group at Rodale seeks an Online Assistant Photo Editor with a great eye for quality photography. This candidate will be a key partner in the creative photo direction that supports our existing fitness and wellness sites and development of new digital products. Responsibilities will include the setting up and coordinating of lifestyle photo shoots, stock research and production. This position will report to the Photo Editor in the New York office. Responsibilities - Weekly researching, editing and production of fitness, wellness and product images from a variety of image sources - Work closely with legal analysts to confirm and obtain photo rights when reusing images from Rodale's brands - Assisting in production of monthly photo shoots as needed including coordination and scheduling of talent including models, photographers and stylists - Stay within a monthly budget while keeping a high standard for images used efficiently Experience - College degree preferred - 2+ years working in photography research, editing and production - E-tailing and ecommerce experience a plus - CMS experience a plus Skills - Proficient in Adobe Photoshop for light retouching, cropping, optimizing - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Strong organizational skills Ideal candidate will possess: - Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task - Ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability - Thrive in a fast-paced working environment - Must be resourceful and a good problem solver If you are interested, please apply directly to www.rodaleinc.com.

Assistant Photo Editor/Washington Post Magazine and Features

The Assistant Photo Editor will help to maintain and improve the overall photographic direction of the Washington Post magazine, features, and website. This editor will participate in editorial planning meetings related to photography for the magazine and feature sections. The photo editor will contribute to the overall photographic direction of the publication through the use of staff photographers, freelancers, and wire and photo agency research in conjunction with the Senior Features Photo Editor. The Assistant Photo Editor will work closely with magazine and features designers and editors to create the most effective visual display for Washington Post readers.

Assistant Photo Editor/WP Magazine and Features

The Assistant Photo Editor will help to maintain and improve the overall photographic direction of the Washington Post magazine, features, and website. This editor will participate in editorial planning meetings related to photography for the magazine and feature sections. The photo editor will contribute to the overall photographic direction of the publication through the use of staff photographers, freelancers, and wire and photo agency research in conjunction with the Senior Features Photo Editor. The Assistant Photo Editor will work closely with magazine and features designers and editors to create the most effective visual display for Washington Post readers.

Photo Intern

Award-winning, technology magazine IEEE Spectrum is offering a paid (12 weeks, stating immediately) Photo internship in their NYC office. The ideal candidate must be creative with excellent communications and organizational skills. A strong interest in photography, magazines and technology is a must. Responsibilities will include photo research, silhouetting photos for print and apps, basic color correction and retouching. The candidate will work with the Photo Editor and Senior Art Director. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop required. Previous internship experience and web skills a huge plus. Candidate must be available to commit a minimum of 25 hours a week and either be enrolled in a college degree program where he or she has maintained a passing grade point average or have graduated and be within twelve months of that graduation from an accredited college or university. Please email resume and cover letter to careers@ieee.org http://www.ieee.org/about/jobs/temporary.html

Assistant Photo Editor

RUNNER'S WORLD is seeking an energetic Photo Department Assistant for their Emmaus, PA office. Interested candidates should have a strong interest in photography, excellent computer skills and a knowledge of Photoshop and Excel. A BFA in Photography or Design is preferred.

Responsibilities include:
-Organizing and logging images
-Calling in and sending out gear for photo shoots
-Photo research using stock agencies, photographer archives, and pr contacts
-Ordering final art for layout
-Scanning and uploading images to server for placement into layouts
Various administrative duties

Ideal candidate will possess:
-Excellent organizational skills with keen eye for detail
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Prior experience working in an art department in a magazine environment
-Ability to work under deadline on multiple tasks
-Self motivation and ability to work independently while working as part of a team
-Should be able to work fluidly with photo, art, editorial and production staff
-Ability to take direction and to learn systems quickly and adeptly.

Computer Programs:
Macintosh Platform, Adobe Photoshop CS4, Adobe In Design CS4, Photo Mechanic,
MS Word, Excel, Entourage
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CBSNews.com Freelance Assistant Photo Editor

CBSNews.com is looking for a speed demon, who: Can rapidly find images in databases, the web and social media. Is fast on Photoshop (cropping and very basic coloring). Is quick to learn our CMS software for building slide shows. Monday to Friday / Day Shift. New York Office / No Telecommuting. Starts Immediately.

Assistant Photo Editor

DISCOVER magazine is looking for an Assistant Photo Editor. Ideal candidate will have 2-3 years experience working in the photo department at a consumer magazine. Position requires a BA in photography or a related field. We offer an excellent benefit package which includes health/dental/life insurances, and 401k/ Profit Sharing and pension plans. GENERAL SKILLS: The Assistant Photo Editor should be able to readily identify what makes a strong image. Must be a creative, innovative thinker with a unique viewpoint. Affinity for science- and nature-related imagery a plus. SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Research imagery for departments and features. - Assist the Photo Editor in the production of photo shoots. - Negotiate fees for all imagery used within the given budget. - Enter photo research into the magazine's creative library. - Assist the Photo Editor in preparing for monthly art meetings. - Review portfolios and seek out new talent with the Photo Editor. - Develop story ideas and creative solutions with the entire editorial staff. - Participate in layout review meetings.