Digital Visuals Editor: Creative Photo & Illustration Lead

5319 National Geographic Partners PAY SVC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

National Geographic seeks a Digital Visuals Editor to create original illustrations and edit photos for digital platforms. You will also commission and art direct assignments, with opportunities to work on the magazine and special projects.

The ideal candidate brings a strong visual eye, a deep portfolio in illustration and photography, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced daily coverage and digital features environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an illustrator, art director, and/or photo editor.
• Proven art direction and visual editing skills.
• Brings network of editorial contributors.
• Mastery of design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma).
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Close attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute visual solutions for publication across platforms.
• Research, curate, and license photography for all publishing platforms.
• Commission photographers and illustrators for story assignments.
• Manage deliverables, assets, and workflows, including ensuring accurate caption information, verifying credit lines, archiving, and transmitting images, working with pre-press on color correction, and checking image veracity.

Skills

Strong visual judgment

Creative proactive thinking

Independent thinking

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Figma

Job description

National Geographic seeks a Digital Visuals Editor to create original illustrations and edit photos for digital platforms. You will also commission and art direct assignments, with opportunities to work on the magazine and special projects.

The ideal candidate brings a strong visual eye, a deep portfolio in illustration and photography, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced daily coverage and digital features environment.