Assistant - Trainee Photographer Graduation Events

Gradimages • Highland Heights, KY

398d • $36,400 - $41,600

About The Position

GradImages is seeking Assistants/Trainee Photographers to work during graduation events in Highland Heights, KY. This part-time, seasonal role involves assisting in capturing quality portraits of graduates and their families during ceremonies. Candidates will receive training on-site and are expected to maintain a professional appearance while providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Candidates must be able to dress professionally with consideration for neatness and cleanliness. A dark business suit is required to work with us as a trainee photographer.
• Candidates must have open or flexible schedules to work graduation events and ceremonies during our busiest seasons.
• Candidates must have their own reliable transportation to and from events in their areas. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Candidates must be dependable and have proper time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Photography experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• During training and when necessary, working as a team assistant helping graduates and photographers get quality photos during graduation events and ceremonies
• Assisting graduates with completing contact information cards
• Assisting graduates with getting ready and robed for portraits
• Assisting during ceremonies by tracking graduate names or collecting cards in sequence
• Setting up camera equipment and other equipment prior to the event according to event specs
• Using company equipment (Nikon) to take good quality portraits of graduates, at a fast pace during graduation events and ceremonies
• Using company equipment (Nikon) to take candid family and friends' photos when applicable
• Working with team captains and assistants to ensure photography during graduation events runs as smoothly as possible while providing excellent customer service to clients, graduates, and their families.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Hourly pay
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to and from events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees