Reference Code:  111061

Photo Editor Assistant (100%)

Michelangelo Foundation

Geneva, GE, CH

Fixed Term

The Michelangelo Foundation for Creativity and Craftsmanship is a non-profit institution based in Geneva which champions contemporary craftspeople worldwide with the aim of promoting a more human, inclusive and sustainable future. The Foundation seeks to highlight the connections between craft, the wider arts and the design world. Its mission is to both celebrate and preserve craftsmanship and its diversity of makers, materials and techniques, by increasing craft-s everyday recognition and its viability as a professional path for the next generations. From engaging educational programmes to its signature digital project the Homo Faber Guide and international exhibition the Homo Faber Event, the Foundation is fostering a cultural movement centered on master artisans.

CONTRACT DATE: 1.10.2025 TO 30.09.2026

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Reporting to the Photo Editor & Coordinator, this role will be responsible for:

Homo Faber Guide Collection of visual assets (30%):

• Liaise with the Photo Editor to organize the visuals assets collection - by respecting the geographical scope and strategy of the Homo Faber Guide;
• Collect and centralise visual assets sent from the different partners (artisans, contributors) and ensure all relevant information is received;
• Ensure Photo & video are cleared in terms of IP rights;
• Communicate with stakeholders (ex: Artisans, contributors, etc.) to follow up on images needs.

Selection of images for Homo Faber Guide (40%):

• Liaise with the Photo Editor to follow the visual coherency of the Homo Faber Guide;
• Select pictures for the creation and update of stakeholders profile page and follow-up on validation process;
• Specific treatment of the object pictures: treat them and follow-up on the objects process;
• Optimise the pictures stockage on drives, Salesforce and/or OCP;
• Ensure the pictures are named in an appropriate way (with copyrights and no special characters);
• Prepare selection of picture for updates on website sections (ex. Home page, Cities, Countries, itineraries);

Image Library Database Management (30%):

• Upload all the photo and video assets on the image library with the appropriate metadata (i.e. captions, criteria, Copyrights and rights) according to the de-ned classi-cation;
• Ensure the classification meets the need of internal stakeholders (Communication Department and Image and Content Department);

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US

The successful candidate will demonstrate alignment with the Foundation values and goals.

Knowledge

• Knowledge in art and design and interest in the métiers d-art.
• Fluent in English and/or in French, Italian is an asset.

Experience

• 3 year of experience in digital visual asset management and selection.
• Familiar with digital asset management systems.
• Computer proficiency including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop.

Skills

• Rigorous, well-organised, precise and detail-oriented.
• Team Player.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

If your application is selected we will reach out shortly for an introductory call. As part of the interview process, we always ensure complete insight and transparency, namely, you will have the chance to meet the people who will be crucial to your future success in the role.

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