Associate Picture Editor (Part-time)

Dow Jones is seeking an experienced photo editor to join its editorial production team on Financial News and Private Equity News . This is an opportunity to join the print and online team, sourcing imagery and commissioning illustrations for the newsroom as well as working alongside the design team with special projects [FN100 Most Influential Women in Finance, Rising Stars of Finance], creating palettes and visual languages., You will be responsible for conceiving of and creating compelling photographic content, from digital mobile and desktop displays to social promotion and events. This is a three day, part time position and will be based in our London Bridge office and reports to the Design Director. You will:

• Produce and build visual assets for Financial News and Private Equity News on their digital and print platforms
• Perform general photo research as needed
• Pitch visually innovative and original approaches to features coverage from print covers to digital display, with a focus on the online experience
• Maintain a budget on a quarterly basis
• Assign photography and run your own shoot production; commissioning original content on location
  
  The ideal candidate for this role will have strong journalistic integrity and be able to produce a range of high-quality assignments in the areas of finance, portraits and occasional photoshoots, in a fast-paced environment.
You should also demonstrate broad agency and social media research knowledge, and the skills to work effectively within a busy newsroom. A proven track record of editorial production and visual conceptualisation, with an ability to work with a small team, under tight deadlines, is a must. Your work will require great creativity, speed, organisation and attention to detail.,
• A background in editorial production work and conceptualisation
• 1-3 years experience
• A network of photographers and photo agencies
• Familiarity with web tools, content management systems, photo editing programs, such as. Photoshop and PhotoMechanic. Video editing tools are a bonus
• Excellent news judgement and an expansive understanding of mobile-first experience and design
• Strong organisational, communication and collaborative abilities
• The drive to reach new audiences, an understanding of and appreciation for audience data and SEO-friendly presentation
• A creative vision and enthusiasm to spearhead and collaborate on new ideas
• A self-starter mindset, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Deep research skills, including news-gathering and social media tools
• Basic coding skills are a plus
  
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