Senior Photographer (Level 1 Journalist)

Reuters is seeking a talented and driven photojournalist to join our Washington, D.C. bureau. This role is central to our coverage of the White House, Capitol Hill, U.S. politics, and government affairs, with additional responsibilities that may include entertainment, sports, and national/international news.

The successful candidate will deliver high-impact, visually compelling news photography from Washington, D.C., working in close coordination with Reuters photo editors, staff photographers, and the Global Pictures Desk. Their work will contribute to the highly competitive Reuters Pictures file for both U.S. and international clients. This role demands a collaborative mindset and a commitment to editorial excellence, as the photographer will be part of a tight-knit wire service team dedicated to producing a world-class visual report.  

About the Role

In this opportunity as Senior Photographer, you will:

• Cover major political events, including daily developments at the White House, Capitol Hill, and national campaigns.
• Produce timely, visually engaging still photography and video content under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with Reuters photo editors, staff photographers, and the Global Pictures Desk to deliver competitive, high-quality news imagery for U.S. and international clients.
• Create picture packages and visual narratives that capture defining moments and broader themes in U.S. politics.
• Contribute to coverage of entertainment, sports, and breaking national and international news as needed.
• Embrace teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom environment.

About You

You're a fit for the role of Senior Photographer, if you have the following qualifications:

• At least three years of full-time photojournalism experience, ideally in Washington, D.C.
• A deep understanding of U.S. politics and the nuances of covering the White House, Congress, and political campaigns.
• Proven video production skills and experience contributing to cross-format news coverage.
• Familiarity with wire service workflows and the needs of both domestic and international clients.
• A collaborative mindset and appreciation for the role of every team member in producing a world-class report.
• Strong visual storytelling ability, with expertise in capturing compelling news moments within broader narratives.
• A distinctive photographic style that adapts to fast-evolving news environments.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Passion for staying current with the latest photographic tools, techniques, and communication technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English, with the ability to write clear, accurate, and error-free captions in Reuters style.
• Proficiency in industry-standard photo editing software.
• A drone license is a plus.
• Experience in sports photography is an asset.

***Please note the job application deadline is Sunday, December 28. Early applications are encouraged.

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What’s in it For You?

At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

• Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.

• Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.

• Industry Competitive Benefits:  We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days.

• Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.

About Reuters

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.

Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations. Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $72,000 - $130,000.

About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.

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