The photo intern will work closely with industry professionals in our innovative digital newsroom in San Francisco and will be tasked with capturing photos of breaking news events, feature assignments, and more. In addition to photography, interns may be asked to assist with photo editing and will have opportunities to shadow team members to learn skillsets beyond their assignments—such as visual storytelling and how to craft a cohesive narrative. They will contribute to daily operations by collaborating closely with reporters, producers, and editors in the newsroom and in the field.
Interns must work on-site or in the field in San Francisco five days per week and have their own transportation for assignments in the city and the wider Bay Area. Lastly, interns will be provided with company photo, video, lighting and computer equipment.
The internship begins can begin in May or June and will continue for 12 weeks. We will consider applicants willing to work 20-40 hours per week. Compensation is $25/hour. This role may require occasional weekend or evening work.
Ideal candidates will have strong photography skills (drone certification a plus) and should have experience working in a newsroom, as a freelancer, or within a professional media environment. Candidates should understand how to tell compelling stories in the digital space with a mobile-first mindset. Experience creating content for social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok is a plus.
You should possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with WordPress, Canva and/or photo wire service platforms.
Our internship program provides:
- Opportunities to develop your photography skills while gaining real-world experience
- Bi-weekly meetings with leaders of the photo department for feedback and mentorship
- Professional development including collaboration with reporters in the field while on assignment
How to apply
Required materials:
- Your resume. Link to or attach a photography or multimedia portfolio that showcases a variety of subjects within a documentary and/or photojournalism style, including portraits, features and breaking news. The work does not have to be published.
- A cover letter explaining why you are interested in the internship and how your portfolio reflects your technical or photojournalistic skills. In the letter, pitch two ideas for a photo essay or multimedia project you'd be interested in pursuing as a photographer—no subject matter is off limits, as long as it's local to SF. Your pitches should explain why the story is relevant and interesting to readers, and how you'd approach it.
The deadline to apply is Friday, May 16, 2025. All materials, including references, are due at this time.