Campus Brand & Events Photographer

Mississippi State University

Starkville (MS)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Mississippi State University seeks a professional photographer to expand visibility across state, regional and national levels by conceiving and delivering high-quality images aligned with the university branding campaign.

The role covers campus events, studio and outdoor assignments, with some early mornings, evenings and travel. The photographer collaborates with campus partners to ensure consistent, publication-ready photos for news, marketing, and archives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant photographic experience.
Proficiency in digital photography equipment and software.

Responsibilities

Executes a large variety of photography assignments, including location, studio, scientific research, portrait, environmental and event for use in news, marketing/branding, publication and video production, social media and archives.
Plans photo composition; analyzes subject matter; exercises artistic judgment; selects equipment, lighting, angles, props and backgrounds for high-quality images.
Collaborates with administration and colleagues to ensure consistent output of high-quality photos.
When not on assignment, captures stock photos to improve the unit's stock image collection; prepares for photo shoots; processes, adjusts and enhances digital files; archives files timely.
Prepares photos for distribution, client use, exhibits, university website and presentations; assists in finding appropriate images for projects; helps in purchasing equipment, software and supplies as appropriate.
Follows department procedures for filing, documenting and maintaining images; maintains upkeep of equipment.