Assistant Picture Editor

September 4, 2024

PA Media

Paddington

FULL TIME

Who we are.
PA Media Assignments is a dynamic team specialising in short-form editorial and creative content for PR agencies, charities, and brands. Whether it’s flying drones over a race track or heading to Barcelona for a tech company shoot, no two days are the same.
About the role.
We are seeking a talented Assistant Picture Editor to join our team on a full-time basis. Based in our Paddington office, with the flexibility of part-time remote working, you’ll collaborate with our team of two to manage and creatively direct over 600-700 photo shoots annually. This role is a blend of creative brainstorming, client interaction, and hands-on picture editing.
What you’ll be doing:

Creative Direction: Offer innovative ideas for photo shoots, tailored to client briefs.
Photo Editing: Hands-on editing and finalising images, ensuring they meet high editorial standards.
Client Interaction: Work closely with clients to understand their needs, provide feedback, and ensure their vision is realised.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with photographers, producers, and the broader team to deliver seamless cross-departmental projects.
Image Management: Oversee the processing, backup, and delivery of all images post-shoot.
Caption Writing: Craft accurate, engaging captions that align with media standards.
Event Coverage: Occasionally provide on-site editing at high-profile events, including evenings and weekends.
Administrative Support: Create call sheets, booking forms, handle photographers’ invoicing and participate in client meetings as needed.

What you’ll need:

Proven Experience: Demonstrable experience in a fast-paced news or PR environment, with a strong track record in picture editing.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Photoshop, with a solid understanding of Mac and MS Office systems.
Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver under tight deadlines.
Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on accuracy and quality, especially when under pressure.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in crafting editorial captions.

It would also be useful to have:

A client focus: Enthusiastic about meeting clients, working on location, and participating in events.
Project Management skills: Capable of overseeing the entire lifecycle of a project from conception to completion.
Commercial Awareness: Understanding of business margins and the ability to work within them.

What you can expect in return:
You’ll become part of a vibrant, expanding agency with the opportunity to work on recognisable campaigns for clients like Ogilvy, National Lottery, Graham Norton Show and Amazon. We pride ourselves on a relaxed, yet professional agency culture that values hard work and teamwork. As part of a larger organisation, we offer benefits with a focus on wellbeing, training and development, and access to a modern workspace with a free on-site gym and rooftop terrace.
This role typically follows a Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM schedule, with occasional evening and weekend work based on project needs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and encourage flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs.

25 days holiday and a holiday purchase scheme
Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Wellbeing Day
Perkbox membership
BUPA Health Cash Plan
Ad-hoc homeworking
A positive culture where your contribution is valued and mentoring from more experienced colleagues.
Life Assurance
Training & development
Recruitment referral scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Free on-site gym

Inclusion
We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment and as well as your skills and experience we’re also focused on who you are and what else you can bring. We recognise the importance of a healthy work life balance and positively encourage agile working. We are always open to discuss an individual’s flexible working needs so please speak to us during the recruitment process to understand what this could look like for you. We will do everything we can to support you.
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