Photography Assistant

People Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 51,660 - 60,270; Part time

Job summary

People Inc. is looking for a Photography Assistant located in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves delivering gear, assisting photographers, and maintaining studio equipment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in photography and prior studio experience.

The position offers part-time hours with an hourly rate between $37.50 and $43.75, depending on experience. Enthusiasm and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A degree in photography or a related field.
• Prior studio assisting experience.
• Unsupervised knowledge of Capture One, Canon Mirrorless Cameras, Profoto Lighting, and Apple Mac OS.
• Excellent time management skills; organized and detail-oriented.
• The ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gear and help set up and break down sets.
• Input metadata/help with deliverables to brands.
• Assist photographers in the studio.
• Help maintain the equipment and ensure the studio is kept tidy.

Skills

Photography knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Degree in photography or related field

Tools

Capture One

Canon Mirrorless Cameras

Profoto Lighting

Apple Mac OS

Job description

Photography Assistant

Located in Birmingham, Alabama, is the People Inc. Food Studios, a state-of-the-art facility featuring 28 test kitchens, 13 photo studios, a prop and styling studio, an outdoor grill/BBQ station, and an expansive showcase kitchen and tasting room for demonstrations and events. Powered by a talented team of test kitchen professionals, stylists, and photographers, the People Inc. Food Studios is the country’s premier creative hub, producing thousands of world-class recipes, images, and related content annually for People Inc.’s print, digital, and social platforms.

Assignment Details

8‑32 hours a week – on an as‑needed basis.

Start date: Immediately

End date: 6 months with potential to extend

Hourly Rate: $37.50‑$43.75/hr – depends on experience.

Location: Birmingham, AL – US

You Will

• Deliver gear and help set up and break down sets.
• Input metadata/help with deliverables to brands.
• Assist photographers in the studio, working closely with the equipment manager, to make sure all photographers' needs are met.
• Help the equipment manager maintain the equipment and ensure the studio is kept tidy and organized.

You Have/Are

• A degree in photography or a related field.
• Prior studio assisting experience.
• Unsupervised knowledge of Capture One, Canon Mirrorless Cameras, Profoto Lighting, and Apple Mac OS.
• A positive, can-do attitude, and work well as part of a team.
• Excellent time management skills; organized and detail-oriented.
• The ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• The Ultimate Team Player: no job is too big; no job is too small. You are willing to do anything to help the team get the job done, and your ego never gets in the way.
• A multitasker: When it comes to juggling multiple projects at once, you’re a pro; you anticipate needs before they arise.
• Self‑motivated: You’re a spirited self-starter. You are deadline-driven and committed to delivering on time and beyond expectations.
• Flexible: Highly adaptable to supporting frequent changes in direction and workflow.