Deputy Picture Editor - The Week Junior

Future Plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative media company as a Picture Researcher, where your creativity will shine through sourcing captivating images for a young audience. This hybrid role allows you to balance office and home working while contributing to exciting projects that engage and educate children. Enjoy uncapped leave, profit-sharing bonuses, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Be part of a dynamic team that inspires curiosity and creativity in the next generation!

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit-sharing bonus

Referral rewards

Wellbeing support

Share Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in editorial print publications with a focus on visuals.
• Knowledge of image rights and copyright.

Responsibilities

• Source images for print magazines and digital resources.
• Deputise for the picture editor and oversee freelance staff.

Skills

Editorial experience

Image rights knowledge

Creative mindset

Budget control

Job description

The Week Junior is a multi-award-winning 32-page weekly news magazine for 8-to-14-year olds. It nurtures children’s natural curiosity and helps them make sense of the world. Its 50-page sister title, The Week Junior Science+Nature is published every four weeks and takes a deep dive into subjects and stories connected to STEM, animals and the environment.

What you'll be doing:

Reporting to the Picture Editor, you'll source images for both titles including the print magazines, digital resources and social media. From finding sensitive ways to illustrate serious news events to uncovering amazing images of animals and finding creative ways to illustrate abstract scientific concepts, you'll ensure that every single picture is eye-catching, accurate and age-appropriate.

You'll also contribute to additional projects – such as brand extensions – and you'll deputise for the picture editor and oversee freelance staff too.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve:

• Experience working in editorial print publications, with a track record in obtaining/selecting appropriate visuals for a very wide range of subjects.
• Knowledge of image rights and copyright
• Extensive knowledge of image agencies and press organisations, experience in finding and onboarding new sources and a creative approach to obtaining unusual / non-licensable images.
• A visual/creative mindset, with an understanding of the interests of a young audience and what appeals to them.
• Experience with budget control and related administration

What's in it for you:

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include:

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future:

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!