Associate Visuals Editor

The Atlantic is seeking an Associate Visuals Editor to join the art team. This role will primarily involve commissioning, curating, and licensing photography, and occasionally illustration, for The Atlantic’s daily journalism. The role may extend to special projects and print magazine assignments.

This person will source and license images for daily publication; assign photography and illustration; and help identify a range of photographers and artists to contribute to The Atlantic. They will assist in coordinating assignments from concept through publication, working with editors and colleagues across the newsroom to ensure that all work meets The Atlantic’s design, production, and editorial standards.

The ideal candidate is a discerning thinker with a passion for visual journalism, a collaborative spirit, and strong organizational skills. They are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment across multiple teams in the newsroom.

This role will be on a Tuesday through Saturday schedule and may at times involve early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekend work.

Preferred qualifications of the ideal candidate:

• 2+ years of experience in photography, multimedia, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Bridge, Lightroom, Premiere)
• Strong communication skills
• Close attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent taste and the ability to think conceptually
• Enthusiasm for news and storytelling, with a keen interest in exploring new forms of visual storytelling
• Experience in journalism or a newsroom environment is a strong plus

Salary minimum: $77,000; Salary maximum: $85,000
This role is based in Washington, D.C.
This is a Guild position.