A Creative and highly interpersonal Picture Editor and Administrator with over 15 years’ of experience working for multiple leading organisations in the public sector. Fosters a client-centric approach to enhance satisfaction and meet briefs set whilst ensuring tight deadlines are met. Clearly communicates and develops loyal long-lasting relationships with colleagues, PR agencies, photography directors, and publishers, ensuring a mutual understanding of creative ideas. Provides excellent management and organisational skills through time, team, and Central Digital management systems. Consistently delivers successful monthly sales targets. A creative and strategical thinker who is driven by self-motivation and successful outcomes. Has outstanding knowledge of national and international agencies, as well as photographers and publishers, additionally provides a tough approach to negotiating fees to achieve the best results. Robust experience in collaborating with senior managements teams to develop new workflow systems.

Shila Sultana

A Creative and highly interpersonal Picture Editor and Administrator with over 15 years’ of experience working for multiple leading organisations in the public sector. Fosters a client-centric approach to enhance satisfaction and meet briefs set whilst ensuring tight deadlines are met. Clearly communicates and develops loyal long-lasting relationships with colleagues, PR agencies, photography directors, and publishers, ensuring a mutual understanding of creative ideas. Provides excellent management and organisational skills through time, team, and Central Digital management systems. Consistently delivers successful monthly sales targets. A creative and strategical thinker who is driven by self-motivation and successful outcomes. Has outstanding knowledge of national and international agencies, as well as photographers and publishers, additionally provides a tough approach to negotiating fees to achieve the best results. Robust experience in collaborating with senior managements teams to develop new workflow systems.

Available to hire

A Creative and highly interpersonal
Picture Editor and Administrator with
over 15 years’ of experience working for
multiple leading organisations in the public
sector.

Fosters a client-centric approach to
enhance satisfaction and meet briefs set
whilst ensuring tight deadlines are met.
Clearly communicates and develops loyal
long-lasting relationships with colleagues,
PR agencies, photography directors, and
publishers, ensuring a mutual
understanding of creative ideas.
Provides excellent management and
organisational skills through time, team,
and Central Digital management systems.
Consistently delivers successful monthly
sales targets. A creative and strategical
thinker who is driven by self-motivation
and successful outcomes.

Has outstanding knowledge of national
and international agencies, as well as
photographers and publishers, additionally
provides a tough approach to negotiating
fees to achieve the best results. Robust
experience in collaborating with senior
managements teams to develop new
workflow systems.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Mini Athletics Lead Sports Coach at Mini Athletics
March 1, 2025 - Present
Plan and conduct regular training sessions to enhance athletes' skills, fitness, and overall performance; oversee strength and conditioning programs; provide leadership and guidance to young athletes.
Picture Researcher at Hearst Publishing
January 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Worked under tight daily deadlines for Best Magazine and Inside Soap Magazine; managed invoices and administration tasks; acted as deputy picture editor, overseeing the picture desk during their absence.
Picture Researcher at Heat Magazine
March 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Ensured briefs were met under tight deadlines, negotiated exclusive and non-exclusive fees with photo agencies, photographers, and PR agencies; built strong relationships with agencies and media.
Freelance Photographer at Freelance
October 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Coordinated and contributed to a variety of photoshoots; provided art direction and creative guidance during shoots; managed invoicing and administrative duties.
Picture Researcher at Reveal Magazine
March 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025
Met demanding deadlines in a high-pressured weekly setting; attended editorial meetings, established budgets and forecasts; substituted the picture editor and managed the picture desk during their absence.
Picture Editor at TNT Magazine
November 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025
Oversaw production and coordination of supplements, internal magazines, and travel guides; managed junior researchers and internships; supervised cost control and invoices; participated in managerial meetings to share ideas.
Freelance Picture Researcher at The Sun Newspaper
January 1, 2009 - October 10, 2025
Freelance role supporting editorial picture desk; assisted with briefs and deadlines; contributed to daily workflows.
Deputy Picture Editor at Shortlist Magazine
July 1, 2008 - October 10, 2025
Substituted the picture editor and managed the picture desk during their absence; supported editors with visual storytelling and deadlines.
Picture Editor at Dr Foster Intelligence
September 1, 2007 - October 10, 2025
Oversaw visual storytelling and photography for research and reporting; collaborated with researchers and editors to present data and narratives.
Account Manager at Press Association / EMIPCS
July 1, 2005 - October 10, 2025
Managed client accounts; negotiated fees; coordinated with photographers; maintained invoice systems and relationships with agencies.
Picture Researcher at Hearst Publishing (Best Magazine and Inside Soap Magazine)
January 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025
Managed briefs under tight daily deadlines for a fast-paced weekly publication; acted as deputy picture editor, overseeing the picture desk during their absence; handled invoicing, documentation, and various administration tasks.
Mini Athletics Lead at Mini Athletics
March 1, 2025 - Present
Plan and conduct regular training sessions to enhance athletes' skills and fitness; oversee strength and conditioning programs; provide leadership and guidance to young athletes; manage assessments and conditioning programs.
Picture Researcher at Heat Magazine
March 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Met briefs under tight deadlines, negotiating exclusive/non-exclusive fees with photo agencies, photographers, and PR agencies; built and maintained strong relationships with agencies and photographers.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
October 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Coordinated and contributed to a variety of photoshoots; provided art direction and creative guidance during shoots; managed invoicing and administrative duties.
Picture Researcher at Reveal Magazine
March 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025
Met demanding deadlines and briefs in a high-pressured weekly publication setting; attended editorial meetings and managed budgets and finance forecasts; substituted the picture editor as needed.
Picture Editor at TNT Magazine
November 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025
Oversaw production and coordination of supplements, internal magazines, and travel guides; managed junior researchers and internships; supervised cost control, daily photo goals, and the invoicing system; participated in regular managerial meetings to discuss schedules and share creative ideas.
Picture Researcher (Freelance) at The Sun Newspaper
January 1, 2009 - October 10, 2025
Early career work performing picture research for a major newspaper; contributed to editorial briefs and deadlines.
Deputy Picture Editor at Shortlist Magazine
July 1, 2008 - October 10, 2025
Deputy picture editor; ensured briefs were met and supported the picture desk in editorial cycles.
Picture Editor at Dr Foster Intelligence
September 1, 2007 - October 10, 2025
Managed picture editing tasks and workflows; supported editorial and production needs.
Account Manager at Press Association / EMIPCS
July 1, 2005 - October 10, 2025
Managed client accounts, coordinated editorial content and related services.
Picture Researcher at Hearst Publishing (Best Magazine and Inside Soap Magazine)
April 1, 2019 - Present
Worked under tight deadlines, acted as deputy picture editor, and oversaw the picture desk in their absence. Led project coordination on shoots and campaigns; managed invoicing and admin; trained apprentices and developing talent.
Picture Researcher at Heat Magazine
March 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Managed briefs and negotiated exclusive and non-exclusive fees with photo agencies and photographers; built strong relationships with agencies and PR teams; ensured timely delivery of imagery.
Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed
October 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025
Co-ordinated and contributed to a variety of shoots; provided art direction and creative guidance; managed invoicing and admin duties.
Picture Researcher at Reveal Magazine
March 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025
Met demanding deadlines; attended editorial meetings; established budgets and forecasts; substituted picture editor during absence.
Picture Editor at TNT Magazine
November 1, 2010 - October 10, 2025
Oversaw production and coordination of supplements, internal magazines and travel guides; managed junior researchers; controlled costs and invoices; contributed creative ideas.
Picture Researcher (Freelance) at The Sun Newspaper
January 1, 2009 - October 10, 2025
Freelance picture researcher; built professional networks and contributed to daily editorial content.
Deputy Picture Editor at Shortlist Magazine
July 1, 2008 - October 10, 2025
Substituted for the picture editor and led the picture desk in their absence; collaborated with editors and directors to source visuals.
Picture Editor at Dr Foster Intelligence
September 1, 2007 - October 10, 2025
Led the picture editing workflow, ensuring briefs were met and imagery supported clear storytelling in reports and publications.
Account Manager at Press Association / EMIPCS
July 1, 2005 - October 10, 2025
Managed client accounts, coordinated production workflows and maintained strong working relationships with stakeholders.
Mini Athletics Lead Sports Coach
March 1, 2025 - Present
Plan and conduct regular training sessions to enhance athletes' skills, fitness, and overall performance. Oversee strength and conditioning programs to ensure athletes are in optimal physical condition. Foster a positive and motivating environment to inspire athletes. Provide leadership and guidance to help young athletes navigate challenges. Player assessment, implementing training sessions, and conditioning programs.
Picture Researcher at Hearst Publishing
April 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Worked under tight daily deadlines and adhered to briefs within a fast-paced weekly publication. Managed invoices, documentation, and various administration tasks. Acted as deputy picture editor, overseeing all responsibilities and managing the picture desk during their absence.
Picture Researcher at Heat Magazine
November 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019
Ensured briefs were met during tight deadlines, worked efficiently to create effective projects. Handled negotiations for exclusive and non-exclusive fees with photo agencies, photographers, and PR agencies. Created and maintained strong relationships with agencies, photographers, and media agencies.
Picture Researcher at Reveal Magazine
April 1, 2012 - March 1, 2014
Met demanding deadlines and adhered to specified briefs in a high-pressured weekly publication setting. Attended editorial meetings, and established budgets and finance forecasts. Substituted the picture editor and acted as deputy during all tasks whilst managing the picture desk during their absence.
Picture Editor at TNT Magazine
April 1, 2009 - November 1, 2010
Oversaw the production and coordination of supplements, internal magazines, and travel guides. Managed the career development of junior researchers and oversaw the growth of research internships. Supervised cost control, met daily photo goals, and maintained the invoice system. Attended regular managerial meetings to discuss upcoming schedules and share creative ideas.
Freelance Photographer
April 1, 2014 - October 1, 2018
Coordinated and contributed to a variety of photoshoots for clients. Provided art direction and creative guidance during photoshoots. Managed invoicing, documentation, and overall admin duties.
Freelance Picture Researcher at The Sun Newspaper
July 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Freelance Picture Researcher during the early career phase.
Deputy Picture Editor at Shortlist Magazine
September 1, 2007 - July 1, 2008
Deputy Picture Editor supporting picture desk and editorial meetings.
Picture Editor at Dr Foster Intelligence
December 1, 2005 - September 1, 2007
Picture Editor overseeing data visuals and images for intelligence reports.
Account Manager at Press Association / EMIPCS
January 1, 2004 - July 1, 2005
Account management role involving client relations and project coordination.

Education

BA Photography at Nottingham Trent University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
BA Photography at Nottingham Trent University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
BA Photography (2:1) at Nottingham Trent University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
BA Photography at Nottingham Trent University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

GDPR Training
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
GDPR Training
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
GDPR Training
January 11, 2030 - April 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government, Other