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Weekend Magazine Photo Editor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The New York Times Magazine is looking for a photo editor to conceptualize, assign and produce ... Willingness to work nights and weekends when projects and deadlines require it ((#LI-Hybrid)) This ...

Photo Editor

Cupertino, CA · On-site +1

$73.80 - $82/hr

A deep understanding of editorial storytelling * 5+ years of relevant photo editing or multimedia experience in a creatively driven environment including publishing, magazines, entertainment studios ...

Researching, sourcing, and assigning photographers for multiple magazines. This requires knowledge ... Minimum of 5-7 years photo editing experience in a publication or commercial setting. A keen eye ...

... magazines. This requires knowledge of all areas of photography including lifestyle, beauty ... A quick technology learner with demonstrated proficiency in photo editing or commercial camera ...

Staff Photo Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$113K - $115K/yr

The New York Times Magazine is looking for a photo editor to conceptualize, assign and produce ... Willingness to work nights and weekends when projects and deadlines require it ((#LI-Hybrid)) This ...

Photo Assignment Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$92K - $138K/yr

... fast-moving photo assignment editor to help drive visual storytelling across our newsroom. This ... C., newsroom and will require some night and weekend shifts. What Motivates You: * You are ...

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Business Magazine Editor

Louisville, CO · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Proofreading, copy editing and fact-checking all editorial content under strict deadlines ... photo composition and story layout in a magazine format. The right candidate will have an ...

... turn "weekenders" off the news and ambitious deep dives--for Fortune's print magazine, digital ... Collaborate with photo editors, designers, copy editors, and production teams to help create a rich ...

Story Editor, NYT Magazine

New York, NY · On-site

$124K - $135K/yr

Lead a team of journalists including colleagues from design, photo, research, copy and production ... This role reports to the Editor, Magazine. Basic Qualifications: * 5+ years' editing experience at ...

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How much do weekend magazine photo editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend magazine photo editor 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 Weekend Magazine Photo Editor vs Photojournalist?

AspectWeekend Magazine Photo EditorPhotojournalist
Required CredentialsPhotography degree or equivalent, editing skillsPhotography or journalism degree, storytelling skills
Work EnvironmentMagazine offices, editorial teamsOn-location, news events, assignments
Industry UsagePrint and digital magazines, editorial contentNews outlets, newspapers, magazines
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Weekend Magazine Photo Editor primarily focuses on selecting, editing, and curating images for magazine publication, working closely with writers and designers. In contrast, a Photojournalist captures real-time images at news events, often working in the field. While both roles require strong photography skills and industry knowledge, the Photo Editor emphasizes post-production and editorial decisions, whereas the Photojournalist emphasizes on-the-spot storytelling through images.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Magazine Photo Editor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,978 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
Staff Photo Editor

Staff Photo Editor

The New York Times

New York, NY • Hybrid

Other

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

The New York Times Magazine is looking for a photo editor to conceptualize, assign and produce photography across platforms. Excellent news judgment, sophisticated visual taste, and experience in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment are required.
You have a strong passion for photography, journalism, and visual storytelling, particularly on digital platforms. You will assign and research photography covering a wide array of subject matter and photographic genres with an understanding of the magazine's style and sensibility. Also, you have a commitment to innovation and be able to work in different story forms. You will also have experience in working with photojournalists in the field and an extensive knowledge of photographers around the world.
This is an in-office position based in New York and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.
Responsibilities:

  • Initiate and develop photographic ideas for special issues, photo essays, features, with particular focus on digital storytelling and presentation
  • Commission, edit and publish images across platforms, including mobile, print and social
  • Produce a high standard of photography across genres
  • Work closely with photo editors, writers, editors, and designers
  • Research and license high-quality imagery from archives and stock agencies
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
  • You will report to the Director of Photography

Basic Qualifications:

  • 5+ years experience at a magazine or equivalent in a visual curation role
  • Demonstrate strong editorial judgment working with editors and the legal department for all vetting, copyright, legal and ethical questions
  • Experience researching and sourcing existing photography
  • Experience producing visual work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
  • Expertise in electronic image handling, digital tools and programs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge and enthusiasm for all photographic genres and video, social media landscape, including digitally innovative formats and multimedia presentations
  • Strong organizational, communication and collaborative skills
  • Experience with video production and editing
  • Refined visual taste and exceptional news judgment
  • Willingness to work nights and weekends when projects and deadlines require it

((#LI-Hybrid))
This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.

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