Photographer Job Description
Photographer
provides photography for a range of mediums to crop sizes provided including; web, social, PR, POS, print etc.
Photographer Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective photographer job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included photographer job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Edit video for broadcast and website
Test alternative imagery and share ideas
Ensuring all images are ready in advance of online sales
Meeting mid-level personal targets and daily and weekly deadlines
An ability to manage and prioritize personal workload efficiently
Ability to work well within a team working well under pressure with a flexible attitude
Responsible for care and upkeep of all studio equipment, props and supplies
Responsible for a broader area of the site
Undertake any basic ad hoc duties in an enthusiastic and professional manner
As needed, establish ideal environmental conditions for digitally photographing a project’s specific material types
Photographer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Photographer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: FAA, DOT, SNG, JCAPHO, BLS, CPR, AHA, ENG, CRA, ASE
Education for Photographer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the photographer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Collage and Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism, Photography, General Education, Journalism, Television, Communications, Education, Editing, Broadcasting, Computer
Skills for Photographer
Desired skills for photographer include:
MAC OS and MS Office
Photography production process
Retouching and digital photography
Proficiency in posting content to station's web sites
Microsoft Office
Windows
Apple OS
Internet applications
Lightroom
Adobe Creative Suite
Desired experience for photographer includes:
Must be able to maneuver small spaces (in/out of vehicles and to be able to take camera shots in tight spaces)
Must be willing to work in San Jose, CA and surrounding areas
Produce daily assignment videos, polished, longer-term video projects
Degree in photography preferred and degree in photography and or 2 – 4 years previous experience in a studio environment
A strong photography portfolio that demonstrates sufficient knowledge and techniques of digital photography and lighting along with high technical proficiency in PhotoShop, Capture One, Canon camera’s and Mac computers
Must be willing to work in Aurora, CO
Photographer Examples
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Photographer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of photographer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for photographer
- Apply standard post-capture image adjustments such as rotation and cropping, neutralizing color, and inverting and enhancing negatives
- On a project-by-project basis, perform complex post-capture image adjustments and processing, including file stitching and digital restoration
- Print high-quality reproductions of digitally captured files
- Always strive for process and image quality improvements within individual projects
- Collaborate with colleagues to identify the most efficient workflows for digitizing materials safely, while also maintaining the highest standards of quality
- Track project status and submit daily production reports
- Adhere to NEDCC hours of service without exception
- Be coachable
- On-figure and still-life-- raising the creative bar through commercially relevant imagery
- Prepare products, calibrate lighting to enhance product appeal
Qualifications for photographer
- Must be physically able to carry, shoulder and shoot with a broadcast ENG camera (25 lbs
- Awareness of fashion and design trends, as it relates to all products and collateral
- Must be able to work well in a collaborative team environment with internal clients, Art Directors, Stylists, Producers
- Well-versed in using Photoshop for postproduction manipulation when needed (layers, clipping paths)
- Proficiency/expertise with Canon Mark III and strobe lighting
- Composing and lighting a variety of two and three dimensional objects
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of photographer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for photographer
- Determine placement of stories in the newscast and which stories should be “live” from remote trucks, newsroom
- Shooting and editing of vo’ s, vo-sots and packages for broadcast Air and digital postings
- Willing to shoot from the helicopter
- Work independently or with a reporter covering newsWork under deadlines
- Efficient Operation on ENG trucks and TVU backpacks
- Photographs newsworthy events, landscape, portraits, or conceptual shots in studio settings or on location
- Must be able to work with a flexible schedule including working some nights and weekends
- Must have high energy and the ability to close a sale in a positive way to assure customer loyalty
- Lead in-house studio operations from a photography perspective
- Work in partnership with the product stylists to create images that are on-brand and tell our story
Qualifications for photographer
- Proficient in Photoshop and Capture One on Mac platform
- Experience handling fine objects
- Must be able to work well in a collaborative team environment
- Two years television news experience
- Expert at editing Final Cut Pro and Sony EX3
- Experience working with lighting skills such as strobe and tungsten
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of photographer. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for photographer
- Responsible for maintaining photography equipment and supplies and managing the relationship with external vendors
- Determine protocol for marking up imagery with informative direction for the Retouch team
- Manage exposure and color accuracy
- Oversee naming and organization of digital files
- Contribute to the seamless workflow transition to the Digital Asset Management system
- Partner and collaborate with the Retouch Manager and Styling Manager to review workflow processes, efficiencies and output
- Mentor, train and develop a Photographer and freelance talent
- Perform quality assurance on all images and feed back as necessary
- Create and continually refine photography reference guides and set plans
- BA Degree in photography or equivalent experience in a professional environment
Qualifications for photographer
- Professional photography experience, with in-house studio experience preferred
- Previous photography experience preferred
- Photography portfolio demonstrating proficiency in digital photography, lighting, composition and creativity
- Ability to work independently while being productivity focused
- Adept at prop styling and location scouting
- Dexterity to operate camera, VTR, Vision to shoot and edit videotape
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Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of photographer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for photographer
- Minimum 5-7 years in a fast paced commercial studio environment
- A strong photography portfolio that demonstrates broad knowledge of lighting and digital photography techniques
- An ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects efficiently and provide creative solutions to challenges that arise
- Demonstrate strong leadership experience and an ability to train and develop others
- Time management skills with a responsibility to ensure the Photography team deliver to targets and deadline
- Shooting and editing of voice overs, vo-sots and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line
- Must be able to carry equipment (camera, tripod, lighting and audio equipment)
- Enhances the Pier 1 brand by synthesizing layouts and ideas into photographic assets, while adhering to budgets and time constraints
- Photographer is expected to demonstrate team leadership
- Taking digital photographs of products combining higher output and better quality
Qualifications for photographer
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds of equipment consisting of camera, VTR’s, tapes, tripods, batteries, Ability to get into nooks, crannies, and high places to shoot video
- Ability to read road maps
- Dexterity for operating keys and buttons on computer and typewriter
- Have a valid Driver’s License with excellent driving history
- Must be willing to work at the station in San Antonio, Texas
- Ability to use both Mac and PC computer platforms to upload photos, generate reports, conduct searches
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a photographer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for photographer
- Use of professional lighting techniques
- Use of photo retouch software tools
- Training others and have contact with the wider business
- Responsible for all aspects of the technical, aesthetic and production requirements of a photo shoot
- Determine appropriate lighting required to achieve a reproducible image for all market vehicles, ensuring correct exposure from color density and tone to highlights and shadows
- Must maintain set quality standards while meeting production requirements and deadlines
- Must be able to shoot both in studio and on location
- Work with Photo and Creative teams in selecting locations that will meet lighting and creative needs, and are within budget
- Support seasonal and product photo/style guides for all market vehicles to help ensure creative direction is met
- Daily maintenance of image databases for all market vehicles
Qualifications for photographer
- Key knowledge of the Miami, Ft
- College level degree or professional training in Photography
- A valid drivers license is required, with clean driving record
- Must be able to meet CCO car insurance requirements
- News is 24/7
- General ENG operation, maintenance and safety