Photo Assigning Editor, Contract London, GBR Posted today

Bloomberg; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 26.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Bloomberg News is seeking an experienced assigning photo editor to join the Photo Enterprise team in London on a part-time 20 hours per week position. You'll collaborate closely with editors, reporters and photographers to visually shape feature stories from pitch to publication.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of assigning/editing experience in editorial news, advanced Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, FTP and CMS/DAM systems, and a keen eye for detail in fast-paced environments.

Formación

• 5+ years of relevant photo assigning/editing experience in an editorial news environment.
• Advanced knowledge of industry standard editing tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with editors, reporters and photographers to shape feature stories from pitch to publication.
• Visually shape stories and manage multiple photo projects in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Ensure accuracy, relevance and sensitivity in image selection and licensing.

Conocimientos

Editorial experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Herramientas

Photoshop

Photo Mechanic

FTP

CMS/DAM systems

Descripción del empleo

Photo Assigning Editor, Contract

Location

London

Business Area

News and Media

Ref #

10053304

Description & Requirements

Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from intraday coverage through in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It's what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time.

Bloomberg LP has built a significant media business spanning television, digital, magazine, radio and live event platforms across the globe. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations from Originals to New Economy Forum.

Bloomberg News is looking for an experienced assigning photo editor to join the Photo Enterprise team on a part-time 20 hours per week position. This is a creative role that is central to the newsroom. You’ll collaborate closely with editors, reporters and photographers to visually shape feature stories, participating in the process from pitch to publication. The ideal candidate will have an excitement for news and a rigorous attention to detail — you're someone who is comfortable working in a fast paced environment and juggling multiple projects. You have an in-depth awareness of the photo industry and contemporary photography scene, plus an advanced knowledge of industry standard editing tools.

You’ll need to have:

• 5+ years of relevant photo assigning/editing experience in an editorial news environment, spanning portraiture and reportage
• Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, FTP, CMS/DAM systems
• Keen awareness of the current events and decision makers affecting markets, economics, geopolitics, companies and government policy
• The presence of mind to rapidly interpret text and match with appropriate imagery
• An eye for detail and awareness of cultural sensitivities to make photo selections that are both accurate and tasteful
• Familiarity with the legal issues involved with image licensing, permissions and privacy rights
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to excel in a fast-paced global environment and meet urgent deadlines

We’d love to see:

• Experience of graphic/web design, html/CSS, multimedia storytelling, Premiere Pro/Final Cut and audio
• International assigning experience
• Strategic problem solving and research skills
• The desire to take visual presentation to the next level

If this sounds like you:

If indicated, please note that years of experience are a guide; we will consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.

Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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