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Vast

Senior Photo Editor (Fixed Term)

Long Beach, CA

Vast is seeking a Senior Photo Editor to join its Media Production team on a fixed-term basis ... Manage file handling from ingest to delivery (filenaming, packaging, archiving) and build reusable ...

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Vast

Senior Photo Editor (Fixed Term)

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$45 - $64/hr

Vast is seeking a Senior Photo Editor to join its Media Production team on a fixed-term basis ... Manage file handling from ingest to delivery (filenaming, packaging, archiving) and build reusable ...

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JLL

Site Assessment Specialist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Maintaining organized documentation including photo archives, equipment inventory matrices, and management presentations that meet JLL quality standards. Desired experience and technical skills:

Chapman University

Student Graphic Designer

Orange, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Adapt illustrations, photography, and video content for multi-platform use * Assist with photo and video organization, editing, archiving, and asset management * Support content preparation for ...

Boot Barn

Item Set Up Supervisor

Irvine, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $25/hr

Coordinate with studio manager to schedule photo shoots for respective product categories and ... assets, archiving, and tracking through production. * Hire, train, and support the item setup ...

Boot Barn

Item Set Up Supervisor

Irvine, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $25/hr

Coordinate with studio manager to schedule photo shoots for respective product categories and ... assets, archiving, and tracking through production. * Hire, train, and support the item setup ...

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How much do photo archivist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for photo archivist in California is $71,828.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,800.00 and $82,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the photo archivist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Photo Archivist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of archival principles, typically supported by a degree in library science, archival studies, or a related field. Familiarity with digital asset management systems (DAMS), image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, and cataloging standards like Dublin Core is often required. Superior communication, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for preserving visual history are key soft skills that distinguish top performers. These competencies are essential for maintaining accurate, accessible photo archives and ensuring the long-term preservation of valuable photographic collections.

What is a photo archivist?

A Photo Archivist is responsible for organizing, preserving, and managing photographic collections in digital and physical formats. They catalog images, ensure their proper storage, and may restore or digitize old photographs for long-term preservation. Photo Archivists often work in museums, libraries, historical societies, or media organizations. Their role also includes maintaining metadata, researching historical context, and assisting with public or internal access to the collection.

What are some common challenges faced by photo archivists, and how are they addressed on the job?

Photo Archivists often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of diverse image formats, digitizing fragile materials, and ensuring accurate metadata for easy retrieval. Addressing these issues typically involves staying up to date with best practices in digital preservation, actively collaborating with IT teams, and maintaining meticulous documentation. Many organizations provide ongoing training and encourage teamwork to resolve technical hurdles or workflow bottlenecks. As a Photo Archivist, you’ll regularly communicate with curators or researchers to prioritize tasks and ensure archival standards are met, making adaptability and proactive problem-solving valuable assets in this role.

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Infographic showing various Photo Archivist job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $71,828 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Seasonal Game Day Photo Editor

The National Football League

Inglewood, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

NFL Media is seeking a part-time Photo Editor to join our photo team in support of our game day operations. The NFL Photo department provides exclusive imagery in real-time for use across the League, including our editorial and social departments, players, and clubs.

During games, NFL photographers transmit images from the field to our editors, who then prepare and distribute the photos. Editors will identify top photos with high news, social, and visual value, apply metadata, crop, edit and tone images, and upload to our internal galleries. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for sports photography, strong photo editing skills, and experience with news or live event editing.

This is a part-time role specific to Sundays, with some opportunities for other game days (i.e., MNF, TNF) and event coverage as needed

Responsibilities

  • Provide editing support for game days. Edit game images in real time: toning, captioning, and transmitting to internal galleries to share across League departments.
  • Apply metadata to images (caption players, game information, keywords)
  • Archive images in the NFL asset management system

Required Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in photo editing for digital media, preferably for editorial outlets.
  • Bachelor's degree (or degree in progress) with emphasis in photography, OR equivalent photography experience.
  • Ability to handle a large volume of assets on deadline.
  • Strong photo editing skills, knowledge of best editing and captioning practices for editorial images.
  • Fundamental knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Photo Mechanic and similar tools.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Experience in sports photography preferred.
  • Familiarity with FTP clients preferred.
  • Experience in live event coverage is a plus.

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
  • Works well in a team environment.
  • Open to learning new editing skills and techniques.
  • Passion for the NFL, familiarity with NFL news and storylines.

Travel

  • Potential for travel during tentpole events as needed

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

  • Part-time, under 29 hours/week
  • Must be available to work nights and weekends, some holidays, dependent on the NFL game and event schedule
  • Seasonal employment up to 7 months

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range. 

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