Temporary Visual Editor [Remote]

<p> Be Part of What's Next<br /> Help shape the visual storytelling behind two iconic lifestyle brands. As a Temporary Visual Editor supporting Country Living and Veranda, you'll play a key role in keeping creative operations running smoothly while contributing to compelling editorial experiences across platforms.<br /> About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)<br /> Hearst Magazines is one of the world's largest publishers of lifestyle content, with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper's BAZAAR, House Beautiful, Marie Claire, Men's Health, Oprah Daily, Prevention, Road & Track, Seventeen, Town & Country, and Women's Health. We reach more than 165 million people every month across print, digital, social, video, and commerce platforms, creating trusted content that informs, entertains, and inspires.<br /> <br /> Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)<br /> • Support the Visual Director in managing day-to-day visual operations for Country Living and Veranda<br /> • Organize and maintain visual assets using Hearst systems and workflows<br /> • Conduct photo research to support editorial needs, brand initiatives, and shoot planning<br /> • Coordinate with photographers, agencies, and external partners to schedule shoots and secure stock imagery<br /> • Assist with administrative and production-related tasks to ensure seamless visual execution<br /> • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and shifting priorities<br /> • Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial and creative teams to support brand objectives<br /> • Provide flexible support for evolving visual needs and last-minute production changes<br /> Qualifications (What We're Looking For)<br /> • Experience in a visual editing, photo, or creative assistant role, preferably within the magazine, publishing, or media industry<br /> • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment<br /> • Proficiency in photo editing software and a foundational understanding of photography and visual storytelling<br /> • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative working style<br /> • Ability to adapt quickly and effectively manage changing priorities and timelines<br /> • Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to support team goals and contribute wherever needed<br /> • Comfortable working independently in a remote environment<br /> The base salary for this role is $30hr. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.<br /> Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender<br /> #LI-DNI<br /> <p id='jobcode'>Jobcode: Reference SBJ-mk1w36-172-71-22-25-42 in your application.</p> </p>

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...