Janet W.

Janet W. is a Community and Contributor Coordinator at Shutterstock, bringing over 15 years of experience in the stock photography industry, along with a deep understanding of creative trends, market dynamics, and licensing models. Previously, Janet served as a Photo Editor and Content & QA Specialist at Snapwire, where responsibilities included reviewing and editing photographer submissions and creating training documentation. Freelance work as an Image Editor for Hudson's Bay Company was complemented by entrepreneurial experience as the owner of Beaconsfield Cards, designing stationery templates and custom wine labels. In a prior role as Senior Photo Editor at 500px, Janet focused on recruiting and onboarding photographers as Brand Ambassadors. Early career experience includes working as a Graphic Designer for the Ontario Bar Association, developing marketing materials and publications. Janet holds a BA in Photography from Ryerson University and additional qualifications in Digital Publishing and Web Design, as well as a certificate from the Toronto Business Centre.