Photographer

Commonpoint Queens; Sachsen-Anhalt; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Commonpoint Queens is looking for a creative Summer Camp Photographer to capture memorable moments during camp activities. The role involves documenting various events, ensuring high-quality images, and collaborating with camp staff. This seasonal position offers an engaging opportunity to work in a vibrant environment.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience as a photographer, preferably in a camp or outdoor setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Capture high-quality photographs of campers and activities.
• Edit and retouch photos as necessary.
• Organize and manage a digital photo library.

Kenntnisse

Photography

Communication

Organization

Jobbeschreibung

STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY:

Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family, and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life, and backgrounds. They strive to meet the evolving needs of their community of over 100,000 members, ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, senior classes, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance, to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.

Job Title: General Photographer
Classification: Seasonal (June 27th, 2025 - August 16th, 2025)
Hours: Estimated 6 hours/day. (9AM - 4PM, Plus 1 hour break )
Department: Media & Communications
Salary: $18-$23 / Hour

Reports to:

• Primary - Camp Director (Sarah Elliott)
• Secondary - Marketing Coordinator (Fatima Youssef)

Position Summary:
We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic Summer Camp Photographer to capture the unforgettable moments and memories of our campers during their summer adventures. As a photographer, you will be responsible for documenting various camp activities, including sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and special events. You will work closely with camp staff to ensure that the essence and spirit of the camp experience are vividly portrayed through your photographs.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Capture high-quality photographs of campers, staff, and activities in various settings, including outdoor adventures, sports, arts and crafts, and special events.
• Ensure all photos are well-composed, properly exposed, and visually appealing.
• Edit and retouch photos as necessary to maintain consistency and enhance quality.
• Organize and manage a digital photo library, ensuring all images are appropriately labeled, categorized, and stored.
• Collaborate with camp staff to coordinate photo opportunities and ensure coverage of all camp activities.
• Create and maintain a schedule for delivering photos to campers and families, including online galleries and print options.
• Adhere to camp policies and procedures regarding child protection and privacy.
• Assist with other camp duties and activities as needed.

Essential Qualifications:

• 18 years of age of older
• Previous experience as a photographer, preferably in a camp or outdoor setting.
• Proficient in photography techniques, including composition, lighting, and post-processing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with campers, staff, and parents.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of child protection and privacy laws and regulations.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Physical requirements/work environment:
High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects; good interpersonal abilities; ability to interact effectively with co-workers of all levels as well as with representation of other organizations and institutions. Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tact, maturity, and flexibility; physical requirements include sight, hearing, sitting, standing, stooping, running. Must be able to function under fast paced and noisy conditions. Noise level in the work environment will fluctuate from moderate to high.

Note: This job description is by no means all inclusive. It is an overview to provide a general idea of what the position involves. There will be other camp duties involved and on occasion you may be asked to fill in for other positions when the need arises.*

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Fatima Youssef at [e-mail]. Please indicate “Photographer” in the subject line.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.