Student Photographer - $10.00/hour
Position Information
* Position Title: Student Photographer - $10.00/hour
* Position Type: Student
* Number of Open Positions: Multiple
* Department: Marketing and Communications (2865)
* Campus: Main Campus (Grantham)
* Supervisor: Becca Powell
* Work Period: Acad Yr 2025-26
* Hours Per Week: 1-10
* Duration of Appointment: Fall, Spring
Assignments occur at various times and are often on evenings and weekends to cover various events on campus.
Position Description
Position Summary
This position assists the Office of Marketing and Communications with photography of events. The occasional photography assignments make this similar to a freelance position. The Office of Marketing and Communications tells the stories of Messiah University and designs The Bridge magazine, prospective student materials and many publications that are sent off campus, the University website and official social media channels. Student photos are featured prominently throughout these marketing pieces.
Major Preferred
Digital Media or Studio Art with a graphic design and digital art concentration preferred but any major is fine as long as the student owns and knows how to use a DSLR camera.
Experience Required
* Digital photography of people
* Working knowledge of photo editing software such as Lightroom or Photoshop
Experience Preferred
* Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud including Photoshop and Bridge
Skills, Characteristics Required For Position
* Creative eye for photography
* Strong verbal and written communication skills since this position is responsible for working with others on campus for photo shoot logistics.
* Takes direction well.
* Organized.
* Ability to upload files to the University’s photo management system or use another file transfer system such as Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive
Dress Code
Business casual
Special Working Conditions
N/A
Required
Background Check Required: No
Primary Duties
* Take photos at events as assigned.
* Communicate clearly and follow photography direction.
* Be responsive when contacted about working an event.
* Select top photos as directed in assignment.
* Upload files to the University’s photo management system.
* Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Secondary Duties
Other duties as assigned
Administrative Details
Supervisory Responsibilities: Open
Until Filled: Yes
Application Deadline: Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.messiah.edu/postings/30404
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
* Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
* Resume
* Applicant URL
Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300
Student Employment: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-1800 x.2900
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