Senior Photographer , VUMC News & Communications (News exp preferred) - ONSITE

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN
•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Photographer independently produces high-quality photography documenting events and activities, including medical subjects and procedures, surgeries, news, and high-level events. The role uses a variety of still cameras and other photographic equipment to create custom, creative, and specialized images that document events or illustrate and record scientific data. The photographer works with clients to identify and define their needs and recommend suitable photographic techniques and innovative approaches. They determine camera settings, lighting requirements, and other specifications to ensure quality results, drawing on specialized knowledge of medical procedures, advanced photographic technology, action photography, difficult-access or lighting-challenged settings, and aerial photography. The position also maintains photographic equipment and assists with staff supervision and training; additional duties may be assigned. This onsite position is part of VUMC News & Communications. It calls for advanced knowledge in photography and related professional areas, independent delivery of objectives, and the ability to act as a resource for less-experienced colleagues. The role requires collaboration, customer service, problem-solving, attention to quality and safety, and effective use of organizational resources and technology. The posting indicates five years of relevant work experience and a bachelor's degree. News experience is preferred.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Five years of relevant work experience.
  • Advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas.
  • Intermediate customer service capability.
  • Intermediate networking capability, including building relationships through industry contacts, professional organizations, and individuals.
  • Intermediate system knowledge relating to computer operations, network operations, and/or technical support.
  • Intermediate clinical knowledge, including understanding patient care, medical terminology, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

  • News experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Produce high-quality photography independently to document events and activities, including medical subjects and procedures, surgeries, news, and high-level events.
  • Use still cameras and other photographic equipment to create custom, creative, and specialized photography that documents events or illustrates or records scientific data.
  • Assist clients by identifying and defining photographic needs and recommending techniques and innovative approaches.
  • Determine camera settings, lighting requirements, and other specifications to ensure quality photography.
  • Apply specialized knowledge of medical procedures, advanced photographic technology, action photography, lighting-challenged or difficult-access settings, and aerial photography.
  • Maintain photographic equipment.
  • Assist in supervising and training staff.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • The posting describes a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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