Photo Apprentice (Editorial) – Hybrid Full Time

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada’s most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we’ve garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees’ growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.

No matter your position at The Globe, you’ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

POSITION DETAILS:

The Globe and Mail is seeking two photo apprentices for early career photojournalists.

Two candidates will spend six weeks producing visuals for The Globe and Mail on all platforms. The work will include daily news, business and feature photography, as well as portraiture and video work. They will receive mentorship and training from The Globe’s photo desk, video team and award-winning photojournalist Fred Lum.

We are flexible in terms of timing and location for these internships, but candidates must be available to work full days. Candidates may be based in a major Canadian city, or other parts of the country – our focus is on finding photographers who show strong potential for visual storytelling. The timing of the placement will be coordinated with the successful applicants.

Formal education is not required; we encourage applications from all academic and professional backgrounds. What are we looking for, then? A candidate who has strong foundations in photojournalism, experience in portraiture and a passion for telling visual stories about issues that matter to Canadians. The ideal applicants are excited about working in a collaborative, fast-paced newsroom and want to become a professional freelance photojournalist.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. A driver’s license and vehicle (or quick access to a rental vehicle)
2. Your own photo gear: a DSLR with lenses covering common focal lengths, flash, smartphone and computer
3. Photo Mechanic is required as well as photo editing software (such as Photoshop)
4. Some experience covering news stories
5. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada through to December 31, 2027.

This is a six-week paid position, classified as group C in The Globe and Mail’s Editorial Collective Agreement.

Applications are due by Friday, June 26 at midnight Eastern Time. An email with the link to your application material should be submitted to: [email protected]

Applications must include the following material in a single folder named FIRSTNAME_LASTNAME_GLOBEAPPRENTICESHIP on a cloud storage service (e.g. Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.):

1. A resume and cover letter in one document
2. A tightly edited portfolio of 20 different images consisting of news, portrait and documentary work
   • Photo captions must be embedded in the files
   • All files must be jpgs that are 1,500 pixels on the long side
   • If desired, one project or other themed work that showcases your personal style can be included within the 20 images
3. Images should be unedited and unfiltered, aside from basic cropping and colour correction
4. Work can be published or unpublished

Ensure the shared folder doesn’t require access to be granted and will not expire.

Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only reply to those who will be considered for interviews.

WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:

The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.

As Canada’s most respected media brand, The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
• Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Defined Benefit pension plan
• On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
• Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com

SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:  

• We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
• There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
• We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
• We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

AI DISCLOSURE: No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. We ask candidates to engage authentically in interviews; AI may support preparation but should not be used during interviews or replace your own responses.

THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE 

The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.          

The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.