Photographer

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks a Photographer within the Office of University Communications to plan and execute photography assignments across the University, supporting marketing, enrollment, advancement, and institutional needs.

You will produce high-quality imagery for print publications, digital marketing, websites, social media, and advertising, under the creative direction of the Image Services team. Collaboration with colleagues ensures brand standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years visual/graphic arts experience.
• Bachelor's degree in photography or related field.
• 2–3 years professional photography experience across a range of subjects.
• Portfolio demonstrating proficiency in event, portrait, editorial, and environmental photography.
• Proficiency with DSLR or mirrorless cameras and professional lighting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute photography assignments across the University for marketing, enrollment, advancement.
• Produce high-quality imagery for print publications, digital marketing, websites, social media, and advertising.
• Collaborate with the Image Services team to ensure brand standards and consistency.

Skills

Photography

Portrait photography

Event photography

Environmental photography

Lighting techniques

Post-processing

Drone photography

Education

Bachelor's degree in photography or related field

Tools

DSLR / mirrorless cameras

Lighting equipment

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Photoshop

Drone flight hardware

Job description

Location and University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Organizational Unit Purpose

University Advancement elevates UNCG's reputation, advances institutional strategy, and fosters community pride through integrated communications aligned with its public mission as a student-centered research university. The department develops and executes strategic communications and marketing initiatives that enhance visibility, engage key audiences, and convey the University's distinctive value. Working across schools, colleges, and administrative units, University Communications manages media relations, marketing campaigns, content strategy, branding, digital engagement, sponsorships, and crisis communications.

Position Summary

The Photographer is a skilled visual media professional within the Office of University Communications, responsible for planning and executing photography assignments across the University in support of marketing, communications, enrollment, advancement, and institutional needs. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Image Services, this position produces high-quality imagery for a broad range of University communications channels - including print publications, digital marketing, websites, social media, and advertising - under the creative direction of the Image Services team leadership. The Photographer brings technical expertise, artistic sensibility, and professionalism to every assignment, capturing compelling imagery of University events, campus life, portraits, academic programs, research, and special projects. This position works collaboratively within the Image Services team and in close coordination with University Communications colleagues to ensure photographic content meets the University's brand standards and serves the communications needs of requesting departments and units.

Minimum Qualifications

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY AND TWO YEARS OF VISUAL/GRAPHIC ARTS EXPERIENCE RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in photography, visual communications, fine arts, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of professional photography experience across a range of subjects and production environments.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating technical proficiency and artistic range across event, portrait, editorial, and environmental photography.
• Expert proficiency with professional DSLR or mirrorless camera systems and professional lighting equipment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for post-production processing and retouching.
• Strong organizational skills and reliable deadline management.
• Professional, approachable demeanor in working with University subjects, clients, and colleagues.
• Experience in higher education, editorial, or institutional photography.
• Proficiency in video production and editing.
• Familiarity with digital asset management platforms.
• Experience with drone photography and FAA Part 107 certification.
• Background in architectural, environmental, or product photography.

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

1. Name,
2. Company Name,
3. Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
4. Email Address
5. Contact Phone Number

Salary and Working Hours

Salary: $37,440 - $42,654

Work Hours: 8 A.M - 5 P.M., M-F Occasional nights and weekends

Number of Months per Year: 12

Open and Close Dates

Open Date: 10/15/2026

Close Date: 11/04/2026