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Editorial Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

This position requires coordination with the following existing staff: * 1 SEO Specialist * 2 Graphic Designers * 5 Writers * 1 Brand Manager * 1 Photo Editor This is a remote position, available to ...

Editor

Editorial Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

This position requires coordination with the following existing staff: 1 SEO Specialist 2 Graphic Designers 5 Writers 1 Brand Manager 1 Photo Editor This is a remote position, available to any native ...

Reading Horizons

Copy Editor (Contract)

Kaysville, UT · On-site +1

Remote or Hybrid About Reading Horizons At Reading Horizons, our mission is to eradicate illiteracy ... Demonstrated professional copy-editing and proofreading experience. Strong working knowledge of and ...

Mannix Marketing

Content Marketing Internship

Glens Falls, NY · Remote

$16 - $21.50/hr

Writing unique, AI-proof Content Photo editing and optimization * How to manage editorial content ... This is a remote internship; however, candidates must be located in one of the regions of Upstate ...

Mannix Marketing

Content Marketing Internship

Glens Falls, NY · Remote

$16 - $21.25/hr

Writing unique, AI-proof Content Photo editing and optimization * How to manage editorial content ... This is a remote internship; however, candidates must be located in one of the regions of Upstate ...

Mannix Marketing

Content Marketing Internship

Glens Falls, NY · Remote

$16 - $21.50/hr

Writing unique, AI-proof Content Photo editing and optimization * How to manage editorial content ... This is a remote internship; however, candidates must be located in one of the regions of Upstate ...

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How much do contract remote photo editing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract remote photo editing in the United States is $22.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Remote Photo Editing vs Freelance Photo Retouching?

AspectContract Remote Photo EditingFreelance Photo Retouching
CredentialsTypically requires photo editing skills, possibly certifications in Adobe Photoshop or LightroomRequires strong retouching skills, portfolio, and sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, often with a fixed contract duration or project-basedRemote, project-based, with flexible schedules
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies, agencies, and studios hiring for ongoing or short-term projectsUsed by individual clients, photographers, and agencies for specific retouching tasks

Contract Remote Photo Editing involves working for a company or agency on a fixed-term basis, often with structured workflows. Freelance Photo Retouching is more flexible, with independent contractors working directly with clients on individual projects. Both roles require strong editing skills and remote work capabilities, but differ mainly in employment structure and client relationships.

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Infographic showing various Contract Remote Photo Editing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,978 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
Associate Photo Editor

Associate Photo Editor

Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

About the job
Inbox Studio is a digital publisher that operates under the Britannica Group. We conceive, launch, and operate digital brands whose focus spans from travel and lifestyle to general knowledge and games. With an email-first approach, we speak directly to an audience of 27M+ engaged readers across our suite of 20+ brands.
About The Role
The Associate Photo Editor will sit on the editorial team, working closely with brand and photo editors to select, edit, and catalog images across several editorial properties. This is a hands-on role for someone with a great eye for photography who's excited to build skills in a fast-paced media environment.
Responsibilities
  • Research and select images to support editorial content produced daily
  • Edit images in Photoshop - color correction, resizing, and optimization for email and web - to match individual brand standards
  • Assist with light graphic design work within existing templates
  • Manage image metadata, rights clearances, and digital asset organization in our MAM system
  • Collaborate with editors, designers, and photo editors to align visual assets with written content
  • Review photo quality across brands and flag issues for broader review
  • Support photo editors on special projects as needed
  • Uphold high editorial standards, ensuring all visuals are clear, accurate, engaging, and trustworthy

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in photography, visual arts, journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and across the Adobe suite of tools
  • Solid understanding of image licensing, copyright, and rights management basics
  • Strong editorial judgement and an eye for great photography
  • Meticulous attention to detail in both editorial quality and execution
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously without sacrificing quality
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration

Preferred
  • 0-1 year of professional or internship experience in a photo editing or visual media context
  • Experience working with a digital asset management system
  • Familiarity with Figma, Airtable, and WordPress
  • A firm understanding of the digital media landscape and current visual and media trends

The Britannica Group strives to provide its users with trustworthy, verified information in a constantly changing world. We aspire to fulfill that mission with a diverse, multigenerational workforce that represents a variety of life experiences and points of view. All backgrounds and cultures are welcome.
Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work From Home

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