Pitzer Photographer

Pitzer College•Claremont, CA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pitzer Photographer supports the Communications & Marketing team by producing high-quality photography that advances institutional storytelling, brand consistency, and engagement across platforms. This position is responsible for capturing campus life, managing student photographers, maintaining digital assets, and supporting ethical standards related to privacy and consent.

Requirements

Strong visual storytelling and technical photography skills
Attention to detail and organizational ability
Effective communication and collaboration
Sound judgment in public-facing environments
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting
Strong leadership and collaboration skills with a commitment to a team-based work environment.
Natural aptitude for technology and expertise with MS Office, including expert level use of Excel.
Ability to problem-solve and use analytical skills to develop and implement creative solutions.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to take initiative to work proactively, meet deadlines, organize and prioritize multiple projects, think strategically, and work with numbers and data.
Exhibit personal integrity and ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
Exhibit a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and sound professional judgment.
2–4 years of professional photography experience
Demonstrated portfolio of event, portrait, and storytelling photography
Experience with digital asset management or large image libraries
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
California Driver's license and a good driving record required.
Must have access to reliable and secure computer and internet connection.
Must have access to a dedicated and suitable workstation at remote location, including desk or table and supporting, upright chair.
Must ensure workstation is safe and free from hazards and ergonomically appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising or mentoring student employees
Familiarity with metadata standards and taxonomy development
Experience in higher education or mission-driven organizations

Responsibilities

Capture high-quality images of campus events, academic environments, student life, and institutional priorities
Edit and deliver photography for web, social media, print, and marketing use
Collaborate with Communications & Marketing team members to support integrated campaigns
Schedule and coordinate student photographers
Provide mentorship and training in photography techniques and professional standards
Ensure consistency in image quality and brand alignment
Upload, organize, and maintain photographic assets in the College’s digital asset management system
Apply and maintain metadata, tags, and taxonomy for efficient asset retrieval
Track usage rights, permissions, and releases
Serve as a visible representative of the College during photography coverage
Respect and document requests from individuals who do not wish to be photographed
Maintain accurate records of opt-out preferences within the digital asset management system
Ensure compliance with institutional privacy and ethical standards
Educate campus partners on photography best practices
Provide guidance on submitting photography to Communications & Marketing
Support decentralized content creation while maintaining brand standards