Trainee Photographers and Assistants

Balfour & Company•Morristown, TN

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

GradImages®, a division of Balfour & Co., is hiring dependable, energetic Trainee Photographers and Photography Assistants for graduation events in and around Morristown, Tennessee. Onsite training is provided, and new team members assist the Lead Photographer. Candidates must be available for a School Picture Day event on Thursday, December 10th, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The role is part-time and offers extra income per event. Events typically last 3–5 hours. Trainee Photographers typically earn $100+ per event, while Assistants typically earn $75+ per event. Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed. Hiring is for the Spring Season (April–June), with events also busiest in August–September and November–December. Open or flexible availability during these months is preferred. Graduation events often take place on weekends, though not always. Candidates need a friendly, professional demeanor, strong time management and communication skills, and a reliable vehicle for travel to events. Photographers must have at least one year of DSLR experience; Assistants do not need photography experience. A professional, clean appearance is required by client schools. Participants must wear a conservative, dark-colored business suit; hair must be natural-looking, clean, and neatly styled. Unkempt hair, non-traditional hair colors, and facial piercings are not permitted, and tattoos must be completely covered. Failure to follow the dress code may result in removal from scheduled events. Failure to attend scheduled and confirmed events may result in immediate termination and loss of future eligibility.

Requirements

Availability for a School Picture Day event on Thursday, December 10th, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friendly, professional demeanor.
Strong time management and communication skills.
Reliable vehicle for transportation to events.
Photographers must have at least one year of DSLR experience.
Compliance with the required professional dress code, including a conservative dark-colored business suit, natural-looking and neatly styled hair, no facial piercings, and tattoos covered at all times.
Attend scheduled and confirmed events.

Nice To Haves

Open or flexible availability during the peak event months of April–June, August–September, and November–December.

Responsibilities

Use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take high-quality portraits and candid photos as a Trainee Photographer.
Set up and tear down photography equipment.
Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth event operations.
As an Assistant, help graduates with contact cards and robes.
Keep graduates organized and ready for photos.
Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies.
Support photographers and help ensure a smooth workflow.
Assist the Lead Photographer during onsite training and typically at the first few events.