Assistant Picture Editor

MailOnline, the world’s largest newspaper website with 189 million monthly unique visitors globally, is looking for a talented Assistant Picture Editor to join the London bureau.

The ideal candidate will have experience in creating graphics, editing picture content and coordinating picture coverage in a fast-paced 24-hour digital news environment.

Must be flexible regarding shifts (including weekends and nights).

Requirements include:

2-3 years’ experience in creating graphics, and editing and sourcing picture content for a newspaper or online news operation
Ability to work within stringent deadlines with the focus on sourcing, editing and packaging picture content to the highest standard
Confidence in negotiating exclusives and managing agency relationships
Experience in Photoshop
Good technical knowledge of picture management and web publishing systems
Background in news and showbusiness picture content is desirable
Understanding of legal covenants such as the UK Editors’ Code of Practice, media law and editorial guidelines in Australia and globally is desirable

The above list is not exhaustive and constantly evolving, based on the needs of the business. Out of hours availability and a high level of adaptability are essential.

Staff benefits include an in-house gym, night taxi service, cycle-to-work scheme, travel season tickets, discounts at retailers, and company pension scheme, among many others.

Please apply by sending an up-to-date CV, a note about yourself and why you’d be perfect for the role. Any applications received without a CV will not be considered.