Senior Photo Editor [Remote]

Job Title Senior Photo Editor People Inc. Travel Content (PITC) is looking for a creative, energetic, self-motivated, and deadline-oriented team player to join our award-winning team. In this newly created role, the Photo Editor will report to the Creative Director of PITC and collaborate closely with other members of the Art, Photo, and branded content editorial departments. People Inc. Travel Content is an industry leader in custom lifestyle travel content that specifically supports destinations and attractions across the country. This position will consistently deliver a high standard of client service, beautiful functional design, creative ideation and effective promotional packages-working within internal quality standards and exceeding client expectations. This role requires a keen eye for translating client's brands into visual photography packages. Strong attention to detail is a must, and experience communicating effectively with other internal stakeholders, including editorial leadership and account directors, is essential. A strong desire to stay on top of trends in both photography and video is necessary. A creative portfolio is a requirement for consideration. About the position The Photo Editor is responsible for planning the technical and creative details of all photoshoots and video shoots (with a primary focus on travel stories). Comprehensive photo plans, including a shot list, creative direction, lifestyle, lighting, and overall aesthetic, will be the number one focus of this role. Candidates must be comfortable with in-market model sourcing, remote scouting, and communication with individual destinations and attractions. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary for this role.
• Must be comfortable negotiating rates with photographers and continually monitoring budgets.
• Collaborate with photographers and other team members to develop the concept and shot list before the shoot.
• Collaborate with Art Directors and Editors to communicate the vision to the photographer, models, and other crew members.
• Represent People Inc. Travel Content and ensure all aspects of the photo shoot are properly planned and executed according to the established order.
• Support Midwest Living and People Inc. Travel Content teams in managing the photo and video shoots across all print, digital, and social platforms.
• Understand each client's visual language and photo style.
• Meet deadlines for all deliverables.
• Gather all location details and scouting, communicate logistics with shot locations, hire models, and direct the overall vision to photoshoot crews.
• Make image selections from the photographer's overall photoshoot gallery to help maintain the growth and high standards of the People Inc. asset library, anticipating future client needs/use. About The Positions Contributions Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results 60% - Create photo and video shoots - budget, scheduling, out reach, outlining, scouting, communication with photo team, final selects of images, client deliverables 20% - Source new talent - photographers, videographers, models, stylists 20% - Attend weekly meetings and collaborate with MWL/PITC content team. All other duties assigned. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements Education Bachelor's degree in Arts, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Journalism, and/or equivalent experience. Experience 7+ years of editorial experience at a travel magazine or within a lifestyle/travel category, and a heavy emphasis on graphic design, photography, art directing. Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Exceptional editorial story-telling and content skill across all media channels.
• Pre-production focus / Managing distractions
• Clear communication and attention to detail
• Able to juggle multiple shoots at one time
• Organized, reliable, and the ability to strategically allocate time to complete tasks efficiently
• A passion for staying current on content trends
• Collaboration-minded team player % Travel Required (Approximate) 30% It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [email protected]. Pay Range Salary Remote $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Note Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337). Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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