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Oregonstate

Photographer

Corvallis, OR · On-site

... researching and photographing stories for The Daily Barometer, Beavers Digest, or DAMchic, including print and online, as required by the editor in-chief of the publications or the OMN Photo Chief.

Blue Marble

Packaging Designer

Ashland, OR · On-site

Translate consumer insights, competitive research, retailer requirements, and market trends into ... Create high-quality product photo manipulations, lifestyle imagery, renderings, and illustrations ...

Teamwass

Intern, Creators, Next Gen

OR · On-site +1

$15 - $20/hr

... unique audience through custom research, ambassador, social, experiential, and community ... You have photo or video editing experience, proficient in platforms like Canva,iMovie, Photoshop ...

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What is photo research?

Photo research is the process of finding, sourcing, and licensing photographs or images for use in publications, media, advertising, or other projects. Photo researchers work to locate high-quality, relevant images that meet the needs of a project while ensuring all legal and copyright requirements are met. They often negotiate usage rights, manage budgets, and maintain relationships with photographers, stock agencies, and archives. This role is crucial in industries like publishing, journalism, and marketing, where visual content plays a key role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a photo researcher?

To thrive as a Photo Researcher, you need a keen eye for visual detail, strong organizational skills, and a background in photography, art history, or media studies. Proficiency with digital asset management systems, image databases, and rights management platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, negotiation abilities, and creative problem-solving help you collaborate with stakeholders and secure the best visual content. These skills are crucial to ensure accurate, legal, and high-quality imagery that enhances publications or projects.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in photo research, and how can they be managed?

Photo researchers often encounter challenges such as sourcing high-quality, rights-cleared images within tight deadlines and budget constraints. They must navigate complex licensing agreements and ensure proper attribution, which requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Building relationships with image agencies and developing a keen eye for visual storytelling can help overcome these hurdles. Proactive communication with editors, designers, and legal teams is also crucial for ensuring that the selected images meet project requirements and compliance standards.

What is the difference between Photo Research vs Photo Editor?

AspectPhoto ResearchPhoto Editor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in photography, visual arts, or related fieldOften requires similar credentials, with additional experience in editing software
Work EnvironmentResearch settings, archives, or media companiesMedia outlets, publishing houses, or advertising agencies
Industry UsageUsed for sourcing images, verifying authenticity, and compiling visual contentResponsible for selecting, editing, and preparing images for publication

While both roles involve working with images, Photo Research focuses on sourcing and verifying images, whereas Photo Editors handle selecting and editing images for final use. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in visual media industries.

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Infographic showing various Photo Research job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Editorial Assistant, Timber Press

Portland, OR • On-site

Hachette Book Group
Print Media Publishing • 1 - 5K employees
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$48K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Hachette Book Group rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

SUMMARY:
Timber Press publishes nonfiction books, illustrated and narrative, in the categories of gardening, nature, science, craft, and lifestyle. We are seeking an Editorial Assistant to support our Executive Editor and Senior Editor. This is an entry-level role in our editorial department, but one with opportunities for learning and growth. This is a hybrid position, with three required days in the office, that is based in Portland, Oregon.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Interact professionally with authors and their literary agents, as well as internal departments, including design, publicity, marketing, production, and sales
  • Enter, maintain, and track metadata and other key title information in our central management system throughout the life of a book
  • Assist in manuscript reviews and production handover preparation, image program and art log reviews and creation, and other book-related company tasks for projects acquired and assigned by the senior editorial staff
  • Assist with onboarding new authors and executed contracts
  • Process and track payment requests and invoices
  • Support authors, editors, and design with photo research and procurement for specific books, including assistance with photo licensure and permissions
  • Draft independent contractor and commissioned art agreements for specific books
  • Draft descriptive copy and fact sheets
  • Attend editorial meetings, as well as marketing and sales meetings as required
  • Manage the editorial inbox, including unsolicited proposals
  • Research book sales using internal and external databases
  • Assist in ongoing departmental projects, such as book prize submissions, maintenance of rights lists, and metadata optimization for backlist books
  • Manage and order all complimentary copies of books
  • Apply titles for Cataloging in Publication records through the Library of Congress
  • Perform other administrative duties

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
The successful candidate will:
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to solid computer skills
  • Deliver timely, accurate work and demonstrate good follow-up and follow-through
  • Have demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team setting and with colleagues at every level of seniority
  • Be passionate about nonfiction books and curious and open-minded about a range of nonfiction subject areas
  • Be self-directed and able to work independently
  • Be highly organized, capable of multi-tasking, and detail oriented
  • Demonstrate imagination, creativity, and original thinking
  • Be proficient with email, calendar management, and file management tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Demonstrate understanding of and appreciation for the ideas of diversity, equity, and inclusion

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The compensation for this position is $48,300. The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

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