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Photo Editor, The Cut

Vox MediaOnsite

WHO WE ARE


The Cut, a New York Magazine site, is home to the conversations that matter most to women today — from politics and intersectional feminism to work, money, relationships, mental health and sex — and forward-thinking coverage of fashion and style.The Cut is part of Vox Media, the leading modern media company. We guide our audience from discovery to obsession. We inspire essential conversations about what’s now, what’s next, and what’s possible.As a community of journalists and storytellers, business professionals, creators and technologists, we believe it is a moral and business imperative to amplify voices: to cultivate diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization and media.

This applies to our candidates, our teams, our storytelling, our creative work, and our platforms, products, and partnerships.

WHAT YOU’LL DO


The Cut is looking for a Photo Editor to lead our visual storytelling efforts both in digital and print. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in the field and a deep understanding of the nuances and demands of photography, graphic design, and visual arts. This role requires a creative vision, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The role would require you to report to the Photo Director, Noelle Lacombe, and collaborate in overseeing visuals across the site, while working with editorial teams to develop compelling visual stories that enhance our coverage, in addition to curating and editing photo essays, galleries, and multimedia packages.We're looking for someone who obsessively follows culture (from politics to celebrity) and knows what makes a Cut story.

You should have strong visual taste, ideas on how to expand the visual language of The Cut and a passion for storytelling!

WHO YOU ARE


Responsibilities & Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in news photography, photo editing, or a related field
  • Handle various parts of photographic content across The Cut’s digital platforms
  • Excellent news judgment and an eye for impactful imagery
  • A keen understanding of digital media and the role of photography in storytelling
  • Regular pitch ideas for new photographers, essays, and photo driven stories  Collaborate with editorial teams to develop compelling visual stories that enhance our coverage
  • Proficiency in photo editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Photoshop 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Curate and edit photo essays, galleries, and multimedia packages
  • Ensure all photography meets ethical standards and adheres to copyright laws
  • Develop and maintain relationships with photo agencies and independent photographers
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our visual content fresh and engaging
  • Handle budgeting and negotiate contracts with freelance photographers and photo agencies
  • Be part of a respected and influential news organization
  • Engage with a dedicated audience passionate about culture 
  • Enjoy a collaborative and fast-paced work environment

If you think you have what it takes, but don't meet every single point in our job posting, please apply with a cover letter to let us know how you believe you can bring your unique skills to the Vox Media team or get in touch!We’ve hired chefs who became editors, DJs who became UX designers, and sommeliers who became writers.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK


This job is in office Tuesday-Thursdays in NYC.


WHY VOX MEDIA?


WHAT WE OFFER


This is a permanent, full-time position


. This job is benefits-eligible. We pride ourselves in providing comprehensive benefits to support all of our employees wherever they are in life. You can find more information about our benefits here.

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Company and The NewsGuild of New York, CWA Local 31003, AFL-CIO.


OUR DEI+ COMMITMENT


Vox Media is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves and create their best work.We recognize that great stories, platforms, products and services come from people with all manner of backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that our commitments require ongoing work and sustained attention, as well as adaptation to new insights and best practices. We keep our diversity data public for the sake of accountability, transparency and communication.

Learn more about our values here, and our approach to corporate citizenship here. Vox Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. Vox Media will also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable Fair Chance laws.We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations as part of the application process to candidates with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact our People & Culture team (recruitment@voxmedia.com).

WHAT COMES NEXT


Our recruiting team will go through applications in a timely manner. Please note that our recruiting team will only contact you from @voxmedia.com email addresses, never via text message. Read more about how our recruiting team operates, and how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud,here.

PAY TRANSPARENCY


The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay for this position at the time of this posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.Pay Range$77,500 - $77,500USD

Life at Vox Media

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