Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Under minimal supervision, the Editor assumes full project management responsibility to perform all editorial functions—including story development, writing feature-length and short-form stories, line editing, content management system tasks, copyediting, and proofreading—for digital and print publications on a variety of topics.

• Writes and edits stories for Getty magazine and Getty’s digital platform, News & Stories, in a wide range of genres and at all levels of complexity; conducts interviews with Getty staff, subject matter experts, and members of the local arts community, and works with them to ensure all copy is fact-checked and aligned with Getty’s institutional priorities

• Creates and manages the weekly Get Inspired newsletter

• Write and edit copy as needed for the Marketing team, Getty’s Advancement department, and Trustee communications

• Upload and manage content within Getty’s content management system for publication on News & Stories, as needed

• Works with the Rights Coordinator and other colleagues to ensure that artwork images and photos can be acquired and published according to copyright rules and agreements

• Provide ad hoc support to Editorial team members across a range of projects and tasks. 

• Bachelor’s degree in the humanities (preferably in English, journalism, or art history)
• At least 5 years of relevant writing and editing experience, preferably including 3 years in an arts environment

• Experience writing feature-length stories in a journalistic style
• Copyediting and proofreading skills; knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style
• Familiarity with art history
• Ability to juggle multiple writing assignments and deadlines
• Experience working with content management systems
• Facility with Photoshop a plus

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.