Associate Photo Editor

Job Description

The Job

CNN Digital seeks a temporary Associate Photo Editor for the CNN Visuals photo department.

The Daily
• You will support the Photo Desk in researching and producing daily and long-term projects in for CNN Digital.
• You will assist in the selection of the best images for CNN stories, the homepage, and live coverage of breaking news and events.
• You will assist in the research and production of photo essays and galleries for breaking news and feature stories.
• You will write captions and headlines on photo essays and galleries and produce packages for online consumption.
• You will produce photo loops, photo splits and create screen grabs from live satellite feeds.
• In a fast-paced news environment, you will help with quality control of images that are graphic or raise a red flag, especially coming from third parties that require deep vetting and discussion.
• You will work with CNN's Rights and Clearances team to ensure that images coming from third-party sources are licensed properly.

The Essentials
• This role is a 9-month contract position with an option for renewal if the team chooses.
• 1 to 2 years of photo editing experience in a newsroom.
• A solid news background with an understanding of a variety of themes, including politics, business, international news, entertainment and sports.
• Strong news judgment and an ability to work in a fast-paced news environment.
• Experience working at a digital news platform or a news photo agency preferred.
• Knowledge of emerging and established photographers and photo agencies around the world preferred.
• Interest in the photojournalism industry and its trends.
• Experience with content management systems, Abobe Photoshop and PhotoMechanic.
• Experience with Adobe Premier and Illustrator are a big plus.
• Familiarity with SEO and web analytics are a bonus.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dymxmk-216-73-216-62-42 in your application.