Picture Researcher

Hearst UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office sample sales perks

Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Pan

Specsavers eye care

Health Cash Plan

Mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Location Flex

Holiday Exchange

Charity Day

Wellbeing resources

Discounts via HAPI app

Job summary

Hearst UK is hiring a Picture Researcher to work with the Picture team, shaping the look and feel across Women's Health, Men's Health and Runner's World for print, digital editions and social. The role requires strong organisation, an eye for high-quality imagery and close collaboration with production and editorial teams.

You will manage rights, liaise with image libraries, and help maintain the brands’ visual standards while meeting deadlines and budget constraints in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience of working on a picture desk and knowledge of picture libraries.
• Efficient multi-tasker with an eye for detail.
• Mac-friendly and experienced with Photoshop, Word, Excel and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Researching and sourcing imagery to accompany content for Women's Health, Men's Health and Runner's World.
• Upload content to international CMS platforms, research reuse opportunities, and verify rights for international use.

Skills

Picture desk experience

Attention to detail

Mac proficiency

Photo editing

Communication skills

Tools

Photoshop

InDesign

Excel

Word

Job description

We are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men's & Women's Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content - we shape culture.

Our workplace is driven by passion, shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas, act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy that's brought us here. We believe in each other's potential and push boundaries together to create meaningful impact, both across the media landscape and in people's lives.

We're proud of our heritage - but even more excited about making history.

Hearst UK operates an in-office policy with flexible Fridays. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James's, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary - Circa £30,000 - Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidate's skills, knowledge and relevant expertise.

The Role...

The Picture Researcher will work closely with the Picture team to achieve the 'look and feel' of Women's Health, Men's Health and Runner's World, this will include working across print and digital editions, website and social. They will be a creative multi-tasker with a keen eye for detail and first-class organisational skills, helping to maintain the impressive visual quality the brands are known for.

Main Duties...

• Researching and sourcing imagery to accompany any content associated with Women's Health, Men's Health and Runner's World
• Working with HMI to upload content to international CMS platforms, research reuse opportunities, and negotiate and verify rights for international use.
• Ensuring pictures are ready within specific deadlines with all picture credits correctly indicated.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with image libraries.
• Assisting the Production Editor with shoot production. Occasionally liaising with stylists and assistants, photographers and agents and their teams to maintain smooth running of projects.
• Negotiating rights, fees and image re-use agreements within budget and exploring additional video and online content
• Sending call sheets and commissioning forms, correctly cataloguing all material inputted to Censhare and online CMS. Ensuring correct rights information is uploaded onto Censhare, working with Ops and the Hearst Library to discuss rights and usage as required.
• Invoice processing and budget management
• Maintaining an organised filing system for all photographic material
• Maintaining Picture Credits and Picture Budget Document
• Oversee the picture desk admin which will include invoicing, budgeting, picture credits, call-ins for shoots, syndication and PR requests and fee negotiation
• To be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.

Essential

What We Are Looking For...

• Substantial experience of working on a picture desk, and a knowledge of picture libraries
• Efficient multi-tasker with an eye for detail
• Mac-friendly and experienced with Photoshop, Word, Excel and InDesign.
• An eye for the perfect image
• Super organised and can work to deadlines
• Great people skills
• Photography skills
• Budgeting and admin skills.

Benefits

Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras - they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food and drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing - Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app.

Inclusion & Belonging

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in - one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that come with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organisation the right thing to do, but it also helps us create powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we're working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.