School Photographer - Cottage Grove, MN

Jostens•Cottage Grove, MN

7d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Become a School Photographer with JostensPIX – Seasonal Position Starting July 28, 2026. This role requires the candidate to reside in Cottage Grove, MN or surrounding areas. JostensPIX is looking for seasonal School Photographers to join their fast-growing team. No experience is required, just a positive energy, reliable vehicle, and excitement to make kids smile. This is a seasonal position that will last through November, with a possibility of extending into December depending on event schedules. The role involves capturing genuine smiles and school memories, traveling to local schools using a personal vehicle, transporting, setting up, and taking down photography equipment, and using photo software to organize and manage images. It offers the opportunity to build hands-on photography experience in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (must be 18+)
A reliable, insured vehicle and valid U.S. driver’s license (use of public transportation is not permitted)
Willingness to start early (driving start times as early as 4 AM!) and occasional extended hours when travel is involved.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of camera equipment
Ability to store camera equipment in home when not in use
A cheerful, friendly personality – especially around kids
Comfortable working in a school environment with children of all ages and abilities
Strong communication, customer service, and tech skills
Comfort working independently for smaller events after training
Travel to schools, as scheduled, for photo day events
Comfortable working with computers / cameras and ability to learn new programs
Grooming and professional appearance that reflects Jostens’ standards
Reliable cell phone and internet access
Must reside in Cottage Grove, MN or surrounding areas.

Nice To Haves

Photography enthusiast

Responsibilities

Capture genuine smiles and priceless school memories
Use your personal vehicle to travel to local schools and support picture day
Transport, set up, and take down photography equipment at school locations for photo day events
Use photo software to organize and manage images
Build hands-on photography experience in a dynamic, fast-paced setting

Benefits

Competitive Pay: $20-22 per hour
401k match eligibility from Day 1
Seasonal Flexibility: Work through November (with a chance to extend into December depending on event schedules)
Average 30+ hours per week with overtime pay during peak weeks
PAID Training Included
PAID Travel Time and Mileage Reimbursement
Promotion Potential: Become a Photo Team Lead and earn an extra $1/hour
Daily Pay Option
Access to discounts on insurance, travel, pet care, and more
Hotel + per diem paid for occasional overnight stays