Student Photographer (Federal Work Study)

Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts

Position Title: Student Photographer

Work Location: Office of the Dean, Room 1004

Job Duration: The student worker position is 5-15 hours per week. Hours per week dependent on student’s federal work-study award. Work is event-specific, 2-5 hours per event plus 1-2 hours post-production time.

Contact: Denise Saunders Thompson | denise.s.thompson@howard.edu | 202-806-7040

Job Description

The Student Photographer is responsible for providing marketing and event photography of social events and selected performances at the College of Fine Arts on a part time basis. Applicants must have flexible hours and be “on call” within specific time frame/dates agreed upon by photographer and to accommodate the College’s photography needs.

Activities and Responsibilities

• Practice punctual attendance to assigned events.
• Provide color corrected digital files to client within 3 working days of shoot.
• Photos must be sharp, not too underexposed or overexposed, so that they may be utilized for print and web promotional materials.
• Possess an attentiveness on email as this is the primary form of communication prior to the event. Respond in a timely manner to supervisor requests/questions.
• Have a cooperative attitude and willingness to take direction and feedback.
• Represent Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts with a pleasant and professional demeanor through all interactions.
• Arrive on time for work and maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Dress appropriately for work in a casual, yet professional environment. Please note that some events might require a more specific dress code.

Required Qualifications

• Must have experience with digital photography.
• Bring personal equipment to be used to shoot events.
• Have reliable transportation to arrive at events on time.
• Possess intermediate to advanced knowledge of Photoshop or Light Room.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Regular availability on nights and weekends, when applicable.
• Work creatively under the pressure of deadlines

ADDED VALUE

• Real world experience working in a performing arts/academic setting.
• Opportunities for advancement and growth in responsibilities.
• Professional development opportunities and support.
• Offers of comp tickets for some performances.
• Flexible Hours

Hours

• 5-15 hours/week – flexible.
• Occasional evening hours to support special events and meetings.
• Hours are available Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.