Deputy Manager, Photo

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Job Description

T Magazine is seeking a deputy photo manager with experience in print and digital storytelling.

In this role, you will assign photography covering a wide array of subject matter and photographic genres including fashion, portraits, interiors, travel and still lifes. You will have experience producing editorial photoshoots involving studios, set builds, hair and makeup, location scouting, casting, and wardrobe. You will be asked to also have knowledge of photographers around the world.

Additionally, you will supervise two photo editors whose primary responsibilities are in-depth photo research for print and digital, and manage budgeting, contracts, and invoicing for multiple stories.

You will work a hybrid schedule working three days a week from the New York City office at 620 8th Avenue.

You will report to the Photo Director.

Responsibilities

• Manage two photo editors working in photo research, art commissions and digital shoots.
• Manage and maintain budgets and contracts for photo shoots.
• Handle several projects simultaneously that span the areas of fashion, travel, still life, interiors, portraits, and special packages.
• In partnership with the Director of Photography, produce photo shoots for all sections of the magazine and website including fashion, interiors, travel and still lifes.
• Source freelance photographers, producers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, set builders, prop designers, location scouts, casting agents, animal handlers, and fabricators for photo shoots.
• Partner with the Director of Photography to negotiate fees with vendors such as studios, photo labs and photo agencies.
• Process and approve invoices for photo shoots in a timely manner.
• Work with the editorial and design teams to produce multimedia features.
• Meet with photographers, gallerists, photography agents and book publishers to find new photographers and keep up with trends in the art world.
• Do portfolio reviews and mentoring to find new photographers.
• Mentor junior members of the photo department.
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years producing creative photography including fashion, interiors, travel, and still lifes.
• Experience liaising well with top editors, writers, designers, and photo editors while producing the magazine.
• Knowledge of journalistic ethics, standards, and practices.
• Knowledge of the top creatives working in the fields of art, photography, and video.
• Must work well with editorial and creative teams.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled at recognizing, developing, and recruiting new talent.
• Experience working across multiple platforms including photography, video, multimedia, and social media.
• Experience managing a team and advising junior staff editors.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.
  
  
  

The annual base pay salary for this role is between $130,000.00 and $150,000.00.

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