Photo
06.08.09posted by
Carlton Kemper
Come join the staff of one of America's classic magazines!
Southern Living, the nation's 6th largest consumer monthly, is looking for a talented Photo Director to help reinvent the photographic
quality of the magazine. This is a rare opportunity to make an impact on Southern Living's 15 million monthly readers as it
shares the fascinating places, people, homes, gardens,
and foods that make this region unique.
Duties:
The Photo Director will help implement the visual
evolution of Southern Living by raising the
level of photography in the magazine. Work
in tandem with Director of Photography and
Art Director to set the visual tone for the
magazine. Create and implement a hybrid
system that maximizes both the talents and
the efficiencies of key in-house
photographers with a stable of top-level
freelance photographers and stylists. Also,
create and implement a system, from story
concept to image selection, that ensures the
highest level of photography for our pages.
Perform stock photo searches as needed.
Desired background and experience: 6-10
years experience at a lifestyle title in a photo
editor or similar role. Outstanding technical
and visual knowledge required to
communicate easily with photographers and
stylists. Expertise in travel, lifestyle, food, environmental, portraits
and conceptual photography a must. Deep knowledge of
local, regional and national freelance
photographers and stylists for both new
work and stock purchases. Degree in
photography or related liberal arts field
preferred. Ability to work under tight
deadlines. Position is based at Southern Living's headquarters in Birmingham, AL.