Full-Time

Deputy Director

Photo

Posted on 9/9/2026

The New York Times

The New York Times

10,001+ employees

Subscription-based digital and print journalism

Compensation Overview

$140k - $160k/yr

+ Annual bonus + Restricted stock

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid

Four days in the office each week are required; limited remote flexibility may be available.

Category
Creative Production (1)
Required Skills
Social Media

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Requirements
  • At least 7 years of experience producing creative photography, including fashion, interiors, travel, and still lifes for print and digital.
  • Experience liaising with top editors, writers, designers, and photo editors while producing shoots.
  • Knowledge of journalistic ethics, standards, and practices.
  • Knowledge of leading creatives working in art, photography, and video.
Responsibilities
  • Produce photo shoots for all sections of the magazine and website, including fashion, interiors, travel, and still lifes, in partnership with the Director of Photography.
  • Source freelance photographers, producers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, set builders, prop designers, location scouts, casting agents, animal handlers, and fabricators for photo shoots.
  • Handle multiple projects simultaneously across fashion, travel, still life, interiors, portraits, and special packages.
  • Manage photo editors working in photo research, art commissions, and digital shoots.
  • Maintain budgets and contracts for photo shoots and process and approve invoices in a timely manner.
  • Partner with the Director of Photography to negotiate fees with studios, photo labs, and photo agencies.
  • Work with editorial and design teams to produce multimedia features.
  • Meet with photographers, gallerists, photography agents, and book publishers to identify new photographers and stay current with art-world trends.
  • Conduct portfolio reviews and mentor photographers.
  • Mentor junior members of the photo department.
  • Support journalistic independence and the mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
  • Report to the Photo Director.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience recognizing, developing, and recruiting new talent.
  • Experience working across photography, video, multimedia, and social media.
  • Experience managing a team and advising junior staff editors.
  • Ability to work effectively with editorial and creative teams.
  • Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.

The New York Times provides digital and print news across politics, business, technology, culture, and more for a global audience. It earns revenue from recurring subscriptions for digital and print editions and from online advertising, including sponsored content. It enhances value with subscriber services like NYT Cooking and other offerings, delivered through a digital platform, newsletters, and mobile apps. Its goal is to deliver trusted information and insightful analysis at scale while expanding its digital reach and subscriber value.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1850

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