Assistant Picture Editor, Books and Travel - London, United Kingdom - Guardian News & Media

Guardian News & Media

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account.

Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We are now looking for an
Assistant Picture Editor - Books & Travel to lead on
creative picture research, with guidance from section editors, working with designers to find engaging images for stories.

You will be involved in illustrating articles on leading books and authors as well as curating enticing content for all our travel features both online and in print.

About the Role

Generate creative and engaging ideas for illustrating stories
Work closely with editors and designers to provide images for stories
Make decisions based on editorial suitability and negotiate fees within budget in collaboration with the Head of Photography and section editors
Create online galleries when and where appropriate
Organise flow of work across both short and long term projects with a view to publishing online and/or in print
Occasionally commission photography with the guidance of Head of Photography and Magazine Picture Editor

About You

Extensive experience in picture editing or research, ideally within the national media
Sound knowledge of generalist and specialist picture agencies and libraries and online archives
Experience of commissioning photography
Experience of handling budgets and fee negotiation
Demonstrable interest in photography and design
A good network of contacts
A good knowledge of freelance photographers in this country and abroad
Thorough understanding of copyright and image licensing
Ideally you'll have a demonstrable ability to bring a diverse perspective to this role

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

Benefits at the Guardian

Culture & Wellbeing
We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Learning & Development
We encourage personal and professional growth.

Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Our Working Environment
We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal. Our multi-faith prayer room provides privacy for those who require a safe space when in the office. Also, coming soon, the Yellow room, a dedicated space for expressing if you are breastfeeding.

Additional Benefits & Policies
We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age).

We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving.

Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Job Number

19

Location

Kings Place

Business Area

Editorial

Employment Type

Full time