**Member Summary:**
**Quick Summary (full description below):**
Variety is looking for a Deputy Photo Editor to manage photo research and contribute to their print products, working on multiple projects simultaneously. This senior role requires strong photo research skills, industry connections, and collaboration with teams in New York and Los Angeles.
- **Years of Experience Required:** Minimum 5 years of publishing experience (60 months)
- **Salary:** $87,000 - $97,000
- **Required Experience:** Publishing experience with expertise in photo research resources, rights/permissions, and managing celebrity photoshoots.
- **Preferred Skills/Experience:** Familiarity with K4 systems, DAM photo tools, Photoshop, and strong industry connections.
- **Workplace Requirements:** Location: New York or Los Angeles; 4 days in office, 1 day remote.
- **Education Requirements:** Required: Not mentioned; Preferred: Not mentioned.
- **Hard Skills Required:** Photo research, rights/permissions management, producing/directing photoshoots, K4 and DAM tools proficiency.
- **Soft Skills Required:** Attention to detail, communication, relationship-building, team leadership, multitasking.
- **Benefits:** Healthcare (100% company-paid premiums), 401(k), paid time off, HSA, FSA, wellness initiatives, pet insurance, life insurance, and more.
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**Full Posting:**
**Variety**
**Deputy Photo Editor**
**Location:** New York or Los Angeles
Variety is seeking a Deputy Photo Editor to contribute to their print products, including the weekly magazine, special print supplements, and more. This senior role involves being a proven visual storyteller through the medium of photography, focusing primarily on photo research. The candidate must work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple issues and sections simultaneously. They will need to source imagery from studios, image libraries, publicity agents, and other resources to creatively illustrate stories across all areas of entertainment that Variety covers.
**Responsibilities:**
- Manage 85-90% of photo research for Variety's print products.
- Source imagery from various resources, including studios, libraries, and personal publicity agents.
- Lead a team in producing and directing celebrity photoshoots, working with talent, publicists, and style teams.
- Collaborate closely with the photo editor, design team, and section editors in Los Angeles and New York.
- Develop relationships with new talent and manage existing industry connections, including studios, networks, and publicity firms.
- Work with K4 systems and DAM photo organization tools, and proficiently use Photoshop.
**Qualifications:**
- Minimum 5 years of publishing experience with a deep understanding of photo research resources.
- Experience with rights/permissions and usage for print and web images.
- Strong communication skills, ability to articulate editorial concepts and ideas, and attention to detail.
- Proven experience producing and directing celebrity photoshoots.
- Ability to lead teams, develop relationships, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in K4 systems, DAM photo tools, and Photoshop.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Established relationships with industry professionals, including personal, network, and studio PR.
- Deep knowledge of the entertainment industry and Variety's coverage history.
**Salary Range:** $87,000 - $97,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
**Workplace:** Employees are expected to work onsite 4 days a week, with 1 day remote.
**Benefits:**
- 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family.
- 401(k) eligibility with an employer match.
- Paid time off and other benefits, including HSA, FSA, EAP, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, and more.
- Wellness initiatives such as yoga, meditation, and wellness weeks. Reference: ECNJOBID-45-127-248-202 in the application
