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 Chapel Hill, NC. Candidates must be available for a School Picture Day event on Sunday, December 13, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Onsite training will be provided, and trainees will assist the Lead Photographer. Assignments as a Trainee Photographer or Assistant depend on event needs; new team members typically assist at their first few events. Events typically last 3–5 hours. The role offers part-time, event-based work during the Spring Season (April–June), with busy periods also occurring in August–September and November–December. Open or flexible availability during these months is preferred. Graduation events often take place on weekends, but not always. Trainee Photographers use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take portraits and candid photos, set up and tear down equipment, and coordinate with team members. 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 to ensure a smooth workflow. A professional, clean appearance is required under the client schools’ dress code: a conservative business suit in dark colors, clean and neatly styled natural-looking hair, no facial piercings, and tattoos completely covered. Failure to meet these guidelines 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 the School Picture Day event on Sunday, December 13, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Friendly, professional demeanor.
- Strong time management and communication skills.
- 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.
- Follow the required dress code: conservative business suit, dark colors, clean and neatly styled natural-looking hair, no facial piercings, and tattoos completely covered.
- Attend scheduled and confirmed events.
Nice To Haves
- Open or flexible availability during peak seasons, especially April–June, August–September, and November–December.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Help graduates with contact cards and robes as an Assistant.
- Keep graduates organized and ready for photos.
- Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies.
- Support photographers and help ensure a smooth workflow.
Benefits
- Trainee Photographers typically earn $80+ per event.
- Assistants typically earn $70+ per event.
- Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed.
- Onsite training is provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
