Job Summary:

The Staff Photographer will complete photographic assignments to produce quality photographs for use in a media publication and/or an organizations promotional materials, internal communications, or for other purposes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Uses professional expertise and skill to capture professional, high-quality images; assignments may include candid images, portraits, architectural structures, abstract compositions, etc.
• Selects and uses appropriate photographic and/or video equipment to record events and subjects.
• Enhances the appearance of subjects with natural or artificial light.
• Uses photo editing software and applications to edit, crop, and enhance photographs.
• For images that will accompany written content, coordinates with writers and/or editors to ensure photographs will present a unified message matching the purpose, tone, and audience of the publication.
• Ensures equipment is in proper working order and supplies are stocked.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of techniques, equipment, and processes related to photography.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to give instruction and direction to subjects to be photographed.
• Visually creative.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or other related software used for retouching and enhancing images.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelors degree in Photography or a closely related field highly preferred.
• At least two years of related experience preferred.
• Portfolio of prior work required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May be required to kneel, squat, or stand for extended periods to capture images.