College Photographer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

What a day of a Photographer looks like:

• Serves as College's main photographer. Oversees a variety of photographic requests that include portraits, events, marketing and special initiatives.

• Utilizes artistic knowledge to enhance and compose photographs. Edits and retouches images to be used across platforms.

• Manages a searchable photo archival system and web-based image gallery, acting as the College's single source for visual content. Continually updates College stock photography files of campus locations, buildings, faculty, staff and students.

• Makes recommendations for policies and procedures governing photography, including creation of photography forms.

• Assembles and maintains equipment needed for digital photography on location and in a modified studio setting.

• Assists with website, media relations, video production and social media to provide images and photographic content to supplement those areas.

• Ensures all photography subjects complete a model release form. Maintains a file of all model release forms.

• Arranges for the repair and maintenance of photography supplies and equipment.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree or related experience accepted in lieu of degree

• Two years of related experience as a photographer working in a variety of environments (ie. portraits, events, marketing, architectural photography)

Knowledge of:

• A variety of photography equipment such as DSLR camera body, interchangeable lenses, and lighting equipment

• Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom or similar applications

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications

• Digital assessment management systems

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service

• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

• Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness

• Work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team

• Manage deadlines with little to no supervision and adjust to changing priorities

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

• Valid Florida driver's license

• May be required to be on-call and respond very quickly to last minute additions to your schedule

Preferred, but not a must:

Education and Experience:

• Videographer experience

Knowledge of:

• Higher education industry

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing up to 20 pounds

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Stand for extended periods of time

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury

• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions

• Operate motor vehicle

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

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