Photo Researcher Job

The candidate will find and secure reproducible artwork for their clients. The artwork and other graphics may appear in books, advertisements, film, television, video games, computer software, or other visual projects. Photo researchers work primarily with digital images of photographs; however, they may also obtain other types of artwork such as tapestry, sculpture, or newspaper cartoons. Locate appropriate pictures for a given project within a budget, obtain permissions and copyright requirements for the use, commission photographs when needed, and return unneeded items promptly and undamaged. Keep accurate records of all the photographs that come into their possession.

Photo researchers must have a college degree and a strong background in the visual arts.

The candidate should have knowledge of the print and electronic reproduction process. Must understand business procedures in order to negotiate fees and rights. Computer proficiency is required since photo researchers utilize digital images and conduct much of their research online.