Photographer I- Marketing

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Photographer I creates images for University publications, internal and external customers, and websites under the direction of the Managing Photographer. The role responds to photo assignments and proactively documents University life, then archives photographs in University catalogs in a timely manner and maintains and secures University photography equipment. The photographer coordinates with the Managing Photographer to maintain and update the photography calendar and may interact with external media and community members while on assignments. The typical schedule is during regular business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., although photography work may occasionally require extended hours or weekends. The position works in studio, classroom, and field environments and uses natural and artificial lighting.

Requirements

Four-year college degree; a degree in photography is preferred.
1–2 years of experience.
Professional-level expertise in digital editing, workflow, and color management.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Bridge, and Photo Mechanic.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to reason intuitively, analyze information and events, exercise judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
Excellent computer and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and problem-solve during shoots.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated visual problem-solving ability.
Proven experience shooting and editing well-composed photographs for communications and marketing, including portraits, candid, environmental, and event photography.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
Ability to regularly lift up to 75 pounds.
If driving is required, a valid driver's license, acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance are required.

Nice To Haves

A four-year college degree in photography.

Responsibilities

Capture images that document, illustrate, and promote the University's people, programs, and facilities.
Respond to internal photo requests.
Complete, submit, and process photo assignments by the requested deadlines.
Adjust and lightly retouch photos before publication.
Photograph in studio, classroom, and field environments using natural and artificial lighting.
Work with the Photography Project Coordinator to review requests, plan photoshoots, and coordinate staff scheduling.
Archive photographs in University catalogs in a timely manner.
Maintain and secure University photography equipment.
Coordinate with the Managing Photographer to maintain and update the photography calendar.
Maintain knowledge of current photography industry trends.
Interact with external media and community members as needed while on assignments.