Trainee Photographers and Assistants
About The Position
GradImages®, a division of Balfour & Co., is hiring dependable, energetic individuals as Trainee Photographers and Photography Assistants for graduation events in and around Huntington, West Virginia. Applicants must be available for an onsite School Picture Day event on Saturday, December 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Onsite training will be provided, and participants will assist the Lead Photographer. Assignments may be as a Trainee Photographer or Assistant depending on staffing needs; new team members are typically assigned to assist at their first few events. Events can last 3–5 hours. Trainee Photographers typically earn $90 or more per event, and Assistants typically earn $75 or more per event. Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed. The current hiring season is spring (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. A professional, clean appearance that meets the stated dress code is required. Failure to attend scheduled and confirmed events may result in immediate termination and loss of future eligibility.
Requirements
- Availability for the School Picture Day event on Saturday, December 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Friendly and professional demeanor.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
- A reliable vehicle for transportation to events.
- Photographers must have at least 1 year of DSLR experience.
- Assistants do not need photography experience but must have a great attitude and be reliable.
- Must comply with the client schools’ dress code: conservative business suit, dark colors, clean and neatly styled natural-looking hair, no facial piercings, and tattoos completely covered.
- Must attend scheduled and confirmed events; failure to attend may result in immediate termination and loss of future eligibility.
Nice To Haves
- Open or flexible availability during April–June, August–September, and November–December.
Responsibilities
- As a Trainee Photographer, use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take high-quality portraits and candid photos.
- 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 photographs.
- Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies.
- Support photographers and help ensure a smooth workflow.
- Assist the Lead Photographer during the required School Picture Day event and, typically, at the first few events.
Benefits
- Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed.
- Opportunity to earn extra income part-time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
