Design Art and Photography

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a dpreview reviewer? Are you passionate about the techniques and technology surrounding digital photography? Do you want the dubious pleasure of working alongside the rest of the dpreview team on what is arguably the most exciting photography website in the world? We’re looking for someone who knows cameras inside out and wants to put them to the ultimate test – then write about it. We expect you to have a solid photographic knowledge as well as experience using our chosen authoring tools (see inside). This position will be at our office in London (UK).

Phil: Note this position is at our office in London (UK), please do not apply unless you live in the UK and are willing to commute to the office or are willing to relocate to London (at your own expense).

dpreview.com Camera Reviewer / Writer –
job reference 11117

Dpreview is the world’s leading photography website, with well over 20 million visitor sessions per month and a large, active community of users. We’re looking to recruit another camera reviewer to join our growing team of writers and developers based in our new studio and office in central London.

The role will involve producing both in-depth and concise reviews of the latest compact and SLR digital cameras to dpreview.com’s exacting standards. You’ll be doing everything from product and gallery photography to image analysis, as well as writing and assembling the reviews and helping us to develop new content areas and broaden our news coverage.

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of current digital camera systems and an understanding of the underlying technologies and how they impact on performance and image quality. You’ll love photography and be able to take a decent picture, but you’ll also love getting under the skin of a camera to really find out what makes it tick. You’ll have exceptional attention to detail and be prepared to go the ‘extra mile’ needed to bring our readers the definitive review of the camera you’re working on.

Although training in our authoring tools will be given, you’ll need a good working knowledge of Photoshop (ideally including RAW workflow) and have a good level of general computer literacy.

Finally you’ll need to be able to turn all the raw data and observations into a written review in a clear, concise and engaging manner.

In return for all this you’ll get the opportunity to join one of the most influential editorial teams in the world of photography, to put the latest and greatest cameras to the ultimate test and to get paid to do what you love – taking pictures and playing with cameras. As part of Amazon we can offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefits package.

Key Requirements of the Role:

• Excellent working knowledge of digital compact and SLR cameras and systems,
  along with digital photography workflow/processes
• Experience of writing for publication or demonstrable writing skills.
• Authoring tools / experience: Dreamweaver (preferable), Photoshop (essential).
• Understanding of and interest in the technical aspects of digital imaging systems.
• Ability to demonstrate an eye for a good photograph • Exceptional attention to detail.
• A good knowledge of web standards such as HTML will be a bonus.
• As this role is based full-time in central London (SE1) applicants must be willing to relocate or commute to the office on a daily basis.

Qualifications and Experience

Ideally Bachelors degree or higher in journalism or photography or equivalent work experience

Personal Qualities

• Innovative and inquisitive.
• Flexible and independent in approach.
• Strong communicator at all levels.

Benefits

Because we are part of Amazon being part of dpreview.com means you will receive a competitive salary, stock package, pension scheme and life cover. Paid holiday of 25 days per annum and a range of other excellent benefits including healthcare.

To apply for this role please email your CV in Word format quoting vacancy reference 11117 to jobs@dpreview.com.

note: previous applicants are welcome to re-apply for this position.

About dpreview.com

dpreview.com is the world’s leading digital photography website, with detailed product reviews, daily breaking news and an active forums community. Started in 1998 by Phil Askey, dpreview.com has now grown to attract over eight million unique visitors each month reading over 140 million pages. In May 2007 dpreview.com was acquired by Amazon.com and with their help we are now striving to expand our content and site functionality to offer our visitors the world’s most comprehensive ‘one stop’ digital camera resource.