Full-Time Limited Term - Photo Editor/Photo Journalist

$93,000 - $116,000/Yr

Kqed - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Photo Editor at KQED plays a crucial role in enhancing high-impact visual journalism by collaborating with photographers, editors, reporters, and the visual team. This position involves managing a small team, taking photos, going on assignments, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality images across multiple platforms. The editor will also lead discussions on ethical considerations in photo selection and representation, fostering a culture of equity and belonging within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with reporters and editors across KQED to ensure accurate and engaging photo (or video) coverage of assignments
• Photographs assignments, as needed
• Manages the KQED News photographer and KQED News's visual internship program
• Works with the photographer, Digital News Assignment Editor, and other stakeholders across various KQED departments to finalize photo and custom illustration requests
• Ensures the quality and accuracy of our photos and captions
• Acts as liaison between photographers, editors, reporters, and sources to coordinate and schedule photoshoots
• Identifies and advises editors of possible feature photos or photo essays, both on KQED.org or standalone items on engagement platforms
• Pitches visual essays for projects and breaking news
• Helps direct and coordinate photographers for breaking news and in disaster zones
• Photo edits images from photographers in the field for breaking news events
• Coordinates with social media team to create engaging visual posts
• Works with freelancers to assign and manage assignments
• Manage freelance photo budget across KQED
• Manage licensing requests
• Edits photos in Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop as needed

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• At least one year experience in a similar role in a newsroom or news environment, bilingual newsroom preferred
• Proven collaboration skills essential for working with fellow KQED staffers across departments and with partner organizations
• Experience navigating the front and back end of a content management system
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stay focused, organized, and proactive
• Familiarity with AP style
• Experience with copy editing multimedia content such as graphics, interactives, or videos

Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $93,000- $116,000
• Hybrid work environment between KQED's headquarters and remote work
• Full-time limited term position for 3 months