Assistant Photographer (PART-TIME)

St. Louis City SC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Louis CITY SC is seeking an experienced Assistant Photographer to support the Senior Team Photographer across matchdays, training sessions, studio shoots, and content production.

This role is designed for someone who can work independently, follow established workflows, and collaborate professionally with players, coaches, staff, and the creative team. You will capture high-quality imagery across matches and events, edit and deliver images using established workflows, and transmit photos

Qualifications

• Experience photographing soccer or other fast-paced sports.
• Proficiency with professional camera systems and lenses.
• Strong working knowledge of Lightroom Classic, Lightroom CC, and Photoshop.
• Experience with Capture One and Photo Mechanic preferred.
• Experience with studio photography and lighting systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently within established workflows.
• Professionalism when working around athletes, staff, and in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Team Photographer during home matches, club & sponsor events, and content shoots.
• Capture high-quality imagery that supports our established visual storytelling style across platforms.
• Edit, cull, and deliver images efficiently using established workflows.
• Transmit images live during matches as required.
• Help maintain and organize the club's digital asset library.
• Anticipate photographic and logistical needs to support fast-paced days.
• Collaborate effectively with the creative team and other staff, upholding the core values of the club.

Skills

Soccer photography

Adobe Lightroom

Lightroom Classic

Photoshop

Capture One

Photo Mechanic

Independent work

Professional demeanor

Tools

Sony cameras

Capture One

Photo Mechanic

Adobe Lightroom

Photoshop

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Photographer (Part-Time)

St. Louis CITY SC is seeking an experienced Assistant Photographer to support the Senior Team Photographer across matchdays, training sessions, studio shoots, and content production. This role is designed for someone who can work independently, follow established workflows, and collaborate professionally with players, coaches, staff, and the creative team. At CITY, we value collaboration, professionalism, passion, and excellence, and this role contributes directly to our club's storytelling and brand identity.

Who CITY is:

St. Louis CITY is more than just the newest local MLS soccer team, we have quickly become the heartbeat of St. Louis and are leading the frontier of an emerging cultural renaissance. Join our growing family of 500+ visionaries in a fun and fast-paced work environment that provides unmatched potential for new ideas, personal growth, and immediate impact.

Who you are:

CITY provides a progressive and supportive workplace that lets YOU be YOU. We value unique experiences and perspectives, and we hire employees who leverage their differences to add value.

Feel the impact of your ideas come to life as you join in the thunderous roar of 22,500 impassioned fans at our state-of-the art facility.

What CITY does:

Join us today in the mission of uniting the St. Louis Region and redefining what it means to be a soccer team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Team Photographer during home matches, club & sponsor events, and content shoots
• Capture high-quality imagery that supports our established visual storytelling style across platforms
• Edit, cull, and deliver images efficiently using established workflows
• Transmit images live during matches as required
• Help maintain and organize the club's digital asset library
• Anticipate photographic and logistical needs to support fast-paced days
• Collaborate effectively with the creative team and other staff, upholding the core values of the club

Qualifications

• Experience photographing soccer or other fast-paced sports
• Proficiency with professional camera systems and lenses (Sony preferred, not required)
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Lightroom Classic, Lightroom CC, and Photoshop
• Experience with Capture One and Photo Mechanic preferred
• Experience with studio photography and lighting systems is a plus
• Ability to work independently within established workflows
• Professionalism when working around athletes, staff, and in an office environment

Equipment

• Candidate may be expected to use a combination of personal and club-provided equipment
• Workflow and digital asset management procedures will be provided; advanced DAM skills are not required

Reporting & Schedule

• Reports directly to the Senior Team Photographer
• Approximately 25-30 hours per week, year-round
• Availability required for home matches, training sessions, and content production
• Schedule varies based on team needs; occasional nights and weekends required

St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement.

TKFC LC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.