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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for student photographer in the United States is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Student Photographer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Photographer, you need a strong grasp of photography fundamentals, camera operation, image composition, and a basic understanding of photo editing. Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, photo-editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom, and digital file management is typically expected. Excellent time management, creativity, and communication skills help set standout candidates apart. These abilities ensure the production of high-quality images, effective collaboration, and timely completion of assignments—key to building a strong photography portfolio.

What typical projects or assignments can a Student Photographer expect to work on?

As a Student Photographer, you may be tasked with photographing campus events, sports games, student portraits, or promotional materials for your school or organization. Most roles involve collaborating with faculty, staff, or student media teams to capture images that fulfill specific project needs or deadlines. You might also be responsible for editing and organizing photos, which helps build your technical skills and portfolio. The diversity of assignments provides valuable hands-on experience and offers opportunities to experiment with different photography styles and techniques.

What is a Student Photographer job?

A Student Photographer is typically a student who takes photos for a school, university, or organization. Their duties may include capturing events, portraits, sports, or other activities for publications, marketing, or archives. They often work under supervision, gaining hands-on experience while developing technical and creative photography skills. This role helps build a portfolio and provides exposure to professional photography standards.

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Infographic showing various Student Photographer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, and 99% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,345 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
Student Photographer/Videographer

Student Photographer/Videographer

Liberty University

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago

Liberty University rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

156th of 541 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Campus Rec Student Worker is responsible for performing operational tasks for Campus Recreation programs and facilities. They will provide excellent customer service, maintain facility and asset cleanliness, ensure that all policies are followed by guests and participants, and ensure all safety measures are being implemented.
Job Description
The Photographer / Videographer Student Worker position is responsible for filming and editing video projects for promotion, department needs, and social media, promoting Campus Recreation at various events, and assisting in marketing strategies. The candidate must be capable of taking direction and constructive criticism and working in a team environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Take and edit photos of department facilities, programs, and various marketing photoshoots for print and digital materials.
  • Film and edit video projects for event promotion, department needs, and social media as assigned.
  • Responsible to assist with maintenance of Campus Recreation marketing equipment.
  • Assists with adherence to the Campus Recreation style guide, ensuring compliance with University policies.
  • Assist in promotional tables or events to provide a well-rounded promotion of Campus Recreation events or facilities.
  • Frequently assist with events and/or operations during evening, nights or weekend hours.
  • Work in a team environment with other designers, photographers, and videographers.
  • Attend all required Campus Recreation trainings and meetings.
  • Remain up to date on industry standards or trends.
  • Perform all other tasks assigned by the Photo/Video Coordinator to assist with Campus Recreation operations and programming.
  • Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.

Additional information may be found here
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be a current Liberty University student
  • Ability to work up to 20 hours per week
  • Experience with photography, videography, and video editing
  • Experience and strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (i.e. Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom)
  • Ability to work within a brand and respond positively to constructive criticism
  • Availability to work a variety of different shifts (weekends, early morning, afternoon, late night)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Majoring in Digital Media, Communications or related field

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
  • Ability to communicate effectively to convey clear, well-articulated information.
  • Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
  • Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent computer skills.

Problem Solving
  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Physical and Sensory Abilities
  • Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
  • Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
  • Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
  • Regularly lift 40 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is split between a climate-controlled office setting and outdoor facilities. Both areas are well lit, and the noise level is moderate.
Driving Requirements
Occasional use of one's personal vehicle is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position.
Time Type
Part time
Location
Onsite
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

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