Image Library Editor (Journalism)

TL;DR

Image Library Editor (Journalism): Sourcing and organizing high-quality visuals from public domains to support investigative journalism with an accent on metadata accuracy and copyright compliance. Focus on maintaining a searchable image library and processing visual assets for editorial use.

Location: Remote

Company

hirify.global is an independent nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on critical global issues.

What you will do

• Source images from Creative Commons, public domain, and other approved sources
• Review and edit selected images for quality, consistency, and usability
• Organize and catalog images for easy retrieval and future use
• Add accurate metadata, attribution, and identifying information
• Ensure images are properly documented for editorial use
• Process approximately 10 images per week following established workflows

Requirements

• Experience editing digital images using Photoshop or similar tools
• Strong attention to detail in organizing files and tracking metadata
• Ability to work independently and follow established workflows
• Interest in photography, visual storytelling, or journalism support
• Clear written communication and reliable follow-through

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Creative Commons or rights-cleared image sourcing
• Experience working with image libraries or content archives
• Experience writing captions, metadata, or attribution notes
• Familiarity with Google Docs or shared digital workspaces

Culture & Benefits

• Low-stress, manageable workload of typically 2–3 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling based on role and department needs
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, independent nonprofit media
• Training provided for the role