Photo editors review and select photos for promotion, publication, and dissemination. They identify relevant images, edit photos to make them more appealing, and arrange them in a suitable layout. Photo editors also assign projects to photographers to meet the organization’s photography needs.
In the photo editor role, you will browse through dozens of images to determine the most appropriate visuals to convey a story. It is critical that you adhere to proper branding standards and check for image rights and licenses to avoid violations. Success in this position will be demonstrated by increased views, readership, and engagement.