Photo Editor

Texas Monthly is currently seeking a creative, enthusiastic and hard-working chief photo editor to join its award-winning editorial team. This person will work closely with the art department, story editors, and writers to produce engaging photography for our print magazine, website, and other editorial platforms.

This is a full-time position with generous benefits, including a comprehensive health-insurance plan, 401(k) matching, profit sharing, and eligibility for annual bonuses. Compensation is competitive and negotiable. While preference will be given to candidates who are based in, or willing to relocate to, Austin, candidates located elsewhere in Texas will be considered.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Aid in establishing the visual direction for Texas Monthly, through the photography we assign and publish.
Mentor and provide support for junior staffers, including an assistant photo editor
Produce photo shoots: suggest photographers, secure shoot locations, source stylists, organize schedules, and provide direction for photographers on set
Research and source archival and stock photography, as needed
Compile caption and credit information for stories; clear rights and permissions for images
Work with design and production teams during the proofing process
Oversee the photography budget
Manage billing and contracts
Pitch and produce photo essays
Support projects across product teams as needed