Associate Photo Editor Resume

Associate photo editors are hired by publication houses for their expertise in selecting and editing photographs for all types of media. They have the abilities to research for photos, instruct photographers on how to take photographs, manage copyright issues, and make the photographs gel with the text contents.

A job application for an associate photo editor position must show knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite, HTML, CSS, and SEO (search engine optimization) best practices. Above all, the application must show you as a creative and passionate person about photography.

Associate Photo Editor Resume Example

Career Objective:

Looking for an associate photo editor position in "ScoopFeed" to work with the creative team in establishing deadlines, coordinating photo shoots, and editing photographs.

Summary of Skills:

• Excellent creative skill and passion for photography
• Ability to use and maintain latest and advanced digital cameras and lenses
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite, and meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of SEO best practices, copyright issues, and social media platforms
• Ability to edit and upload videos and images on websites and other directories
• Strong communication, time management, and team spirit
• Expert in creating taglines and headlines for articles and photographs

Work Experience:

Associate Photo Editor
The Stops Magazine, Tulsa, OK
September 2012 - Present

• Research on photographs and develop creative ideas to integrate images with texts
• Collaborate with internal and freelancing photographers for photographs
• Visits sites and locations for photo shoot that goes with the story idea
• Ensure daily photo request for digital and print media is met in schedule and budget
• Assist clients in arranging photo shoots for their brands
• Organize, manage, and store photograph files
• Purchase, process, and upload photographs as necessary

Associate Photo Editor
Volume Magazine, Tulsa, OK
April 2010 - August 2012

• Assisted senior photo editor in managing and producing daily photograph needs
• Handled site images and thumbnails and training of new editors
• Edited, adjusted, cropped, and resized images using Adobe Photoshop
• Ensured images are clean, crisp, and attractive before uploading on the websites
• Purchased licensed photographs from freelancers and external studios
• Worked closely with writers and designers for creating posts
• Produced taglines and headlines matching with the images

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications
  Evergreen College, Tulsa, OK
  2009

Reference:

On request.