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Senior Features Photo Editor (National Geographic)

Washington, DC, USA💼 Full-time💰 $95,500–$95,500🗓 2026-07-21 → 2026-09-26

Core

Senior Photo Editor responsible for developing, commissioning, producing, and editing photography for feature stories across print and digital platforms.

Role type

Senior IC photo editor (editorial)

Builds

Feature stories, editorial packages, and franchises for National Geographic's print and digital platforms

Domain

Media, Photography, Photojournalism

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (visual journalism)

Required skills

Visual storytelling, editorial judgment, photography knowledge, assignment management, creative direction, production planning, budget management, Adobe Creative Suite proficiency, digital asset management

Preferred skills

Adobe Bridge, Lightroom, photojournalism expertise, documentary production, multimedia storytelling

Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Bridge, Lightroom, digital asset management systems

Responsibilities

Commission, edit, and produce photography for feature stories; Identify and develop visual storytelling approaches; Manage assignments including photographer selection and production planning; Collaborate with editors, writers, designers, and producers; Lead visual development for special projects; Ensure accuracy of photo deliverables including captions and rights; Provide production support for domestic and international assignments; Cultivate relationships with photographers globally

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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