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Bloomberg

Photo Editor - Contract

Bloomberg, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Photo Editor - Contract Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Location: San Francisco

Business Area: News and Media

Ref #: 10048123

Description & Responsibilities We’re seeking an experienced photo editor with exceptional picture judgment and advanced proficiency in industry-standard editing tools, including Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, FTP, and CMS/DAM systems for a four-day-per-week, in-office role based in a high-energy newsroom.

You thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at quickly sourcing impactful imagery for breaking news and will be responsible for sourcing imagery for the Bloomberg Terminal and Bloomberg’s homepage, utilizing a mix of wholly owned, third-party, and web-based content through proprietary tools. Your work will help illustrate a diverse range of news stories and elevate Bloomberg’s visual storytelling. You will also assist with assigning photo coverage of news events, editing and producing high-caliber imagery and writing thoughtful, relevant captions.

You stay informed on global developments in business, finance, and politics, and are passionate about using visuals to enhance our journalism. As part of our dynamic photo team, you’ll be challenged to work with speed, accuracy, and efficiency, contributing across nearly every Bloomberg platform. You will also maintain a close working relationship with our San Francisco-based photographer on assignments and story ideas.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of professional photo editing experience for digital platforms including homepage and website curation

Strong proficiency in sourcing imagery from newswire and image licensing services

Solid understanding of image licensing, permissions, and associated legal considerations

Ability to quickly interpret editorial content and pair it effectively with visual assets

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, global work environment and meet tight deadlines

Comfortable using Slack for team communication and collaboration

Preferred

Experience with Premiere Pro/Final Cut and audio

Experience in graphic and web design, including HTML/CSS

Existing relationships with a range of photographers/videographers

A "roll your sleeves up" mentality

A strategic problem solver

Salary Range $45 - $50 USD Hourly

Benefits We offer a range of total rewards including merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) + match, life insurance, and various wellness programs. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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