Trainee Photographers and Assistants

Balfour & Company•Morristown, TN

1d•$18 - $20

About The Position

GradImages®, a division of Balfour & Co., is seeking dependable, energetic individuals to work as Trainee Photographers or Photography Assistants at graduation events in and around Florence, Alabama. Candidates must be available for a School Picture Day event on Friday, December 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Onsite training will be provided, and trainees will assist the Lead Photographer. The work is part-time and offers extra income. Events typically last 3–5 hours. Trainee Photographers typically earn $80 or more per event, and Assistants typically earn $70 or more per event. Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed. Hiring is for the Spring Season (April–June). Events are busiest in April–June, August–September, and November–December, so open or flexible availability during those months is preferred. Graduation events often take place on weekends, but not always. Assignments depend on staffing needs, and new team members typically assist at their first few events. Trainee Photographers use provided Nikon DSLR equipment to take portraits and candid photos, set up and tear down equipment, and coordinate with team members; editing and post-processing are not 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 by client schools. Participants must wear a conservative business suit in dark colors; hair must be natural-looking, clean, and neatly styled. Unkempt hair, non-traditional hair colors, facial piercings, and visible tattoos are not permitted. 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

Must be available for the School Picture Day event on Friday, December 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Friendly and 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 but must have a great attitude and be reliable.
Must follow the required appearance guidelines: wear a conservative, dark-colored business suit; have clean, neatly styled, natural-looking hair; have no facial piercings; and keep tattoos completely covered.
Must attend scheduled and confirmed events; failure to do so 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

Assist the Lead Photographer during the required School Picture Day event and receive onsite training.
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 and keep them organized and ready for photos.
Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies.
Support photographers and help ensure a smooth workflow.