Senior Features Photo Editor: Visual Storytelling Lead

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Job summary

National Geographic in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Senior Photo Editor, Features to shape the visual storytelling of its most ambitious editorial work.

This role develops, commissions, produces, and edits photography for feature stories across print and digital platforms, from concept through publication. The ideal candidate brings exceptional visual storytelling and editorial judgment, with extensive experience managing complex assignments and productions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in photo editing, visual storytelling, and commissioning within editorial media.
• Exceptional visual judgment and a strong understanding of photography and photojournalism.
• Experience managing complex photographic assignments and productions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and digital asset management systems.
• Passion for National Geographic's mission and commitment to visual excellence.

Responsibilities

• Commission, edit, and produce photography for feature stories across print and digital platforms.
• Identify and develop visual storytelling approaches that elevate editorial content.
• Manage all aspects of assignments, including photographer selection, creative direction, production planning, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with editors, writers, designers, researchers, and producers throughout the editorial process.
• Lead visual development for special projects, editorial packages, and franchises.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of all photo deliverables, including captions, credits, rights, and metadata.
• Provide production support for domestic and international assignments.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with photographers and visual storytellers around the world.
• Represent National Geographic within the photography and visual journalism community.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Editorial judgment

Project management

Photography editing

Communication

Collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Journalism, Visual Communications, Art, Media Studies, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Bridge

Lightroom

Digital asset management systems

Job description

National Geographic in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Senior Photo Editor, Features to shape the visual storytelling of its most ambitious editorial work.

This role develops, commissions, produces, and edits photography for feature stories across print and digital platforms, from concept through publication. The ideal candidate brings exceptional visual storytelling and editorial judgment, with extensive experience managing complex assignments and productions.