Trainee Photographers and Assistants
About The Position
GradImages®, a division of Balfour & Co., is hiring dependable, energetic Trainee Photographers and Photography Assistants for graduation events in and around Madison, New Jersey. On-site training is provided, and team members assist the Lead Photographer. Candidates must be available for a School Picture Day event on Thursday, December 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This is part-time work offering extra income. Trainee Photographers typically earn $100 or more per event, and Assistants typically earn $80 or more per event. Events can last 3–5 hours. 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. Flexible or open availability during these months is preferred. Graduation events often take place on weekends, but not always. Workers are assigned as a Trainee Photographer or Assistant according to staffing needs; new team members are typically asked to assist at their first few events. Photographers use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take portraits and candid photos, set up and tear down equipment, and coordinate with the team. No editing or post-processing is required. Assistants help graduates with contact cards and robes, keep graduates organized and ready for photos, maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies, and support photographers. A professional, clean appearance is required under the client schools’ dress code: a conservative business suit in dark colors; clean, neatly styled, natural-looking hair; no facial piercings; and tattoos fully covered. Failure to meet these guidelines may result in removal from scheduled events. Missing scheduled and confirmed events may result in immediate termination and loss of future eligibility.
Requirements
- Availability for the School Picture Day event on Thursday, December 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- Friendly, professional demeanor.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
- Reliable vehicle for transportation to events.
- Trainee Photographers must have at least 1 year of DSLR experience.
- Assistants do not need photography experience.
- Must follow the client schools’ dress code: conservative dark business suit, clean and neatly styled natural-looking hair, no facial piercings, and tattoos covered at all times.
Nice To Haves
- Open or flexible availability during the busiest event periods: April–June, August–September, and November–December.
- Willingness to assist at the first few events.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Photographer and coordinate with team members to support smooth event operations.
- For Trainee Photographer assignments, use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take portraits and candid photos.
- Set up and tear down photography equipment.
- For Assistant assignments, help graduates with contact cards and robes and keep them organized and ready for photos.
- Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies.
- Support photographers and ensure a smooth workflow.
- Follow the required professional dress code and attend scheduled, confirmed events.
Benefits
- Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed.
- Trainee Photographers typically earn $100 or more per event.
- Assistants typically earn $80 or more per event.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
