Picture Editor

Job Role: Picture EditorJob Type: Permanent, full timeSalary: On applicationAbout usCultureshock is a creative media agency with more than 20 years of experience working with cultural institutions and their partners, including global brands, hotels and luxury lifestyle clients.We have more than 30 creative and publishing specialists in our London office, as well as representatives in LA and New York, many of whom have worked with some of the leading brands in the world.About the roleWe are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, motivated, and creative picture editor to join our agency team.In brief, the role is to support the editorial, production and design teams in sourcing images, producing shoots and procuring clearances and managing image budgets across all projects. This includes magazines, annual reviews, books, proposals and digital/social media campaigns. High levels of organisation, creativity, attention to detail and a passion for culture and publishing are essential.Responsibilities include:Coordinate with the editorial, production and design teams and client representatives to identify photography needs and source appropriate images for the subject matterClear and negotiate rights for the reproduction of imagesConduct effective searches at commercial photo libraries, private or state collections, museums and archivesAssign projects to photographers and manage briefs, deadlines and budgetsReview photos, edit and make necessary changes and decide which images to publishEnsure all assignments are shot and edited on time for publicationWhere necessary, manage and produce shoots to ensure deliverables are all metManipulate photos to achieve highest quality using the appropriate toolsStay up to date with new image editing technologiesManage the filing and archiving of images to ensure easy and efficient retrieval for future useExperience and Essential skills:5+ years experience minimumSound knowledge of picture sources around the world.Ability to quickly locate appropriate images.A keen interest in culture and the arts.Expertise with graphics software.Ability to work calmly, methodically and quickly under deadline pressure.Ability to communicate effectively with editors and others on changing needs.Tenacious and determined when solving problems.A firm understanding of copyright and media law as it relates to photo use.A good eye for design and detail.Diplomacy in dealing with a wide variety of individuals.