Freelance Photographer

UnderReported; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UnderReported is seeking a full-time on-site Freelance Photographer in Columbus, OH to capture high-quality imagery for client campaigns and social media. The role includes planning shoots, collaborating with creative and marketing teams, and providing finished assets for web, social, and print.

You will edit and retouch photos, manage digital libraries, and participate in client meetings and location scouting as needed.

Formación

• Strong technical photography skills with DSLR/mirrorless cameras and lighting.
• Experience with photo editing and retouching using Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Understanding of visual storytelling, branding and how imagery supports marketing and social media.
• Ability to plan and manage shoots, including scheduling, location scouting, and coordination with talent and production teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with creative directors, videographers, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in file management, metadata, and delivery of assets on deadline.
• Prior experience in commercial, lifestyle, or documentary-style photography; agency or production environment experience is a plus.
• Portfolio demonstrating a range of professional work relevant to brand, social media, or campaign photography.
• Ability to work on-site in Columbus, OH and occasionally outside standard business hours when required.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute photo shoots for client campaigns and social content.
• Collaborate with creative and marketing teams on visual concepts.
• Ensure brand consistency across all imagery.
• Edit and retouch photos to deliver final assets.
• Organize and maintain digital asset libraries.
• Prepare files for web, social, and print delivery.
• Participate in client meetings and location scouting as needed.

Conocimientos

Visual storytelling

Shoot planning & coordination

Collaboration with creative teams

Attention to detail

Client communication

Herramientas

DSLR / mirrorless cameras

Lighting equipment

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Photoshop

File organization & metadata

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

UnderReported (UR) Marketing is an innovative video production and social media marketing agency focused on helping brands connect meaningfully with their audiences. The team specializes in storytelling through impactful visual content that drives measurable results for clients. By combining creative production with strategic digital marketing, UnderReported supports brands in elevating their presence across multiple platforms. The agency values collaboration, originality, and a strong commitment to telling authentic stories.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Freelance Photographer role based in Columbus, OH. The photographer will capture high-quality images for client campaigns, social media content, and video production support, including behind-the-scenes and promotional stills. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and executing photo shoots, collaborating with creative and marketing teams on visual concepts, and ensuring brand consistency across all imagery. The role involves editing and retouching photos, organizing and maintaining digital asset libraries, and preparing files for use in web, social media, and print. The photographer will also participate in client meetings and location scouting as needed to support project goals.

Qualifications

• Strong technical photography skills, including proficiency with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lighting equipment, and composition.
• Experience with photo editing and retouching using tools such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Understanding of visual storytelling, branding, and how imagery supports marketing and social media strategies.
• Ability to plan and manage shoots, including scheduling, location scouting, and coordination with talent and production teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with creative directors, videographers, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in file management, metadata, and delivery of assets on deadline.
• Prior experience in commercial, lifestyle, or documentary-style photography; agency or production environment experience is a plus.
• Portfolio demonstrating a range of professional work relevant to brand, social media, or campaign photography.
• Ability to work on-site in Columbus, OH and occasionally outside standard business hours when required.