Photographer (Part-Time)

Major League Baseball (MLB); New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Major League Baseball (MLB) is looking for a part-time photographer for the 2026 season, focusing on photo coverage and editing. Based in Midtown Manhattan, you'll gain hands-on experience in a high-profile environment, working on various MLB initiatives.

Responsibilities include capturing and editing photos, assisting with image management, and providing administrative support. Strong photography skills and proficiency in editing programs are essential. Familiarity with baseball is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong photography and editing skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Significant experience with on-camera flash and studio lighting.
• Proficiency in photo editing programs (Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Capture, edit, and caption photos for MLB initiatives and events.
• Assist editing team with real-time image editing and captioning.
• Review images from assignments to ensure they are edited and archived.
• Curate galleries to fulfill photo requests.
• Assist with photo research projects.

Skills

Photography and editing skills

Experience with on-camera flash and studio lighting

Proficiency in photo editing programs (Photoshop, Lightroom)

Excellent time management skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Major League Baseball is seeking a talented photographer to join our photo team for the 2026 season. This seasonal, part‑time position will focus on photo coverage, editing, and other photography‑related tasks to support a variety of MLB initiatives. Based out of our headquarters in Midtown Manhattan, the role offers an excellent opportunity to gain diverse, hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, high‑profile environment.

Responsibilities

• Photo Capture & Editing: Capture, edit, and caption photos for various MLB Initiatives and events, primarily focusing on in‑office coverage. This may include event coverage, portraits/headshots, and studio product shots for internal groups and external partners. Occasional off‑site assignments in the NYC area will also be required.
• Editing & Captioning: Assist the editing team with editing and captioning images from photographers on assignment in real time, as well as post assignment.
• Image Review & Management: Review images from completed assignments to ensure all assets are received and properly edited, captioned, and archived.
• Gallery Curation: Curate galleries using a variety of approved sources to fulfill photo requests.
• Photo Research: Assist with photo research projects, helping to source images and clear usage.
• Photo Desk Coverage: Provide support for night and weekend photo desk coverage as needed.
• Administrative Support: Assist with various administrative tasks to help organize, track, and keep department operations current.

Qualifications & Skills

• Possess strong photography and editing skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Have significant experience with on‑camera flash and studio lighting.
• Be proficient in photo editing programs (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.).
• Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, while quickly adapting to changing priorities.
• Be detail‑oriented and able to follow and receive instruction.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, a collaborative attitude, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• Always maintain professionalism.
• Familiarity with baseball, including general knowledge of the game and terminology, as well as experience with AP‑style captioning is a plus.

Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour

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