As a Photo Editor, I do the work that is essential for publishing/distributing photos. Photo Editors spend their days, as described by MediaBistro, “determining photo needs, hiring photographers, allocating and coordinating assignments and approving images. A Photo Editor also selects, edits, and positions photos; negotiates fees and rights agreements; arranges travel; books studio time; and gets permissions to shoot.” Photo Editors must be able to make editorial decisions through the images they select. Each image is a story, and like an editor reviewing/approving copy for distribution, a Photo Editor reviews/approves images for distribution, ensuring brand standards, compliance, and messaging fit the goals/mission of the organization.”