Picture Editor

We are seeking a highly skilled Picture Desk Editor to join our team at Getty Images. As a key member of our editorial team, you will be responsible for reviewing and editing sports imagery to meet our high standards of quality and editorial integrity.

• Accurately and quickly review and edit sports imagery to meet Getty Images guidelines
• Exercise solid news judgment and maintain a high level of journalistic knowledge and awareness of current and trending sports events
• Check images for proper IPTC metadata and captions, and fix in real-time as needed to post for deadline clients
• Assign ranking and routing information to designate where an image is sent
• Prioritize tasks according to relevancy and deadlines in collaboration with a global editing team
• Liaise with other global picture desk editors, photographers, assignment editors, and other internal customers on coverage
• Curate strong and focused sets of images to appeal to a consumer audience
• Maintain a regularly updated homepage with CMS programs to showcase featured stories
• Communicate with photographers to confirm receipt of images and give feedback
• Troubleshoot and report technology issues both externally with photographers and clients and any internal support

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the editorial photography industry
• Keen awareness of current sports events and ability to engage with appropriate imagery on Getty Images' social media handles
• Keen picture judgment, advanced knowledge and experience with industry-standard editing tools, and an understanding of editorial integrity operations
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a remote team environment
• Experience with industry-standard editing tools, Adobe Photoshop, and Digital Asset Management (DAM) software
• Ability and desire to work flexible, non-traditional hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment accurately and efficiently with high-pressure breaking news situations while maintaining thorough attention to detail
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry style captioning and IPTC metadata standards, excellent journalistic writing, and copy-editing skills
• Ability to navigate various social media, including Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, using a social marketing management platform
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Mac OS

Getty Images is a leading visual content creator, offering a full range of content solutions to meet the needs of any customer. Our three brands – Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash – provide a vast library of high-quality images, videos, and music to help businesses and organizations communicate effectively with their target audience. We believe in the power of visuals and are committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment that celebrates diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about sports imagery and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at Getty Images.