Multimedia Editor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Multimedia Editor is responsible for producing, curating and cataloging multimedia assets that will help tell the story of Trinity’s mission through its strategic initiatives, congregational programming, and external partnerships. As a member of the Communications & Marketing team, they will collaborate with colleagues by providing multimedia assets, with an emphasis on photography, for use in digital and print materials across Trinity.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $50 to $55.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Explore, develop, edit and produce photography content for Trinity Church’s print and digital platforms

Collaborate with editorial and design teams to conceive photo-centric ideas and research multimedia assets that create a compelling visual story.

Pitching and assigning photographers for Trinity Church events and communications projects

Produce photo shoots including negotiating with photographers, managing contracts, managing budget, copyright agreement, location scouting and photo brief development.

Work with the Project Managers to make sure all costs are tracked and budgets maintained

Perform photo editing and retouching

Secure rights and permissions for all PR, stock and assigned photography, and other multimedia assets.

Create visual, narrative outlines for photo and video stories and campaign themes to make sure they evolve as a coherent package

Selects and suggests multimedia assets to the communications team and ministry partners as needed for use in social media, the web or print.

Ongoing collaboration with the Studios team to build upon, streamline, and enhance photo/video/reels digital asset management system.

Adhere to confidentiality rules and all other Trinity Church NYC policies, procedures, and rules.

Performs all duties in a manner that promotes Trinity’s mission and core values.

Assume other related responsibilities and special projects as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ACTIVITIES

Excellent aesthetic and understanding of branding

Previous experience working on editorial and content development

Experience working with DAM systems and familiarity with taxonomy, metadata and cataloging standards

Ability to maintain tight budgets without sacrificing quality

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment

Ability to use Photoshop/Lightroom for retouching and color correcting

Ability to select photos that are composed well and tell the story visually

Ability to serve as photographer

Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Ability to be flexible amid changing priorities or deadlines

Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Photography experience and background strongly valued

Knowledge of church workings helpful

Cost conscious photo editor who can maintain tight budgets without sacrificing quality

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s degree in photography, digital photography, visual communications or other related field

5-7 years of experience