Associate Photo Editor | Lonely Planet

For over 50 years, Lonely Planet has been the go-to resource for explorers seeking expert guidance through our trusted guidebooks. As we evolve our digital offerings to meet the modern traveler’s needs, we are looking to expand our digital presence and enhance the marketing and sales experiences of our products. We aim to create compelling digital campaigns that resonate with travelers and drive both customer engagement and business growth.

Responsible for assisting with photo research for books, digital, and all imprints of Lonely Planet, as well as creating visual solutions for photo issues across the brand. This person will also be asked to assign and produce original shoots, perform some admin for the department, and build out stories in our CMS and newsletters.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for assisting with photo research for books, digital, and all imprints of Lonely Planet, as well as creating visual solutions for photo issues across the brand
• Assist with production for shoots across marketing, LP platforms, and social
• Work to assign and produce original shoots
• Perform some admin for the department with scheduling, budget, stock agencies and our DAM
• Build out stories in our CMS and newsletter
• Work with the photo director and editors to have a seamless understanding of how photography is being used across Lonely Planet, and assist in streamlining the use and implementation of high quality photography from books to digital and other platforms
• Juggle multiple stories, books, and projects at once
• Uphold existing copyright laws and artist’s rights in accordance with our policy and the law
• Ensure that Lonely Planet’s visual branding and guidelines are maintained across all platforms
• Learn the process of photo shoot production
• Can act as staff photographer when needed is an asset
• Additional responsibilities as discussed and assigned
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 2-3 years experience in photography or photo editing, with a DAM, or with a publisher working with images
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Bridge a must. Light retouching experience is an asset
• Proficiency in digital content workflow tools, such as AirTable, Asana and content management systems an asset
• Knowledge of varied image sources, basic knowledge of image rights, experience negotiating contracts and permissions a plus
• Excellent research and organizational skills
• Strong visual sense in regards to photography of all kinds
• Good eye for detail
• Enthusiasm for an editorial, fact based environment that aims to bring the best experience possible to today’s traveler
• Comfortable working on short term and long term projects and adjusting for deadlines
• Collaboration across teams
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously, as well as with a team
• Experience working with a photo budget
  
  

Compensation

• USA Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000*
• Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.
  
  

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
  
  

Who We Are

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures (RV) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, RV helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures employs thousands of people across the US and Puerto Rico, with international offices in the UK and Brazil. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

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