PHOTOGRAPHY & DIGITAL ASSET ASSOCIATE

Chicago Bears; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned sports organization as a Photography & Digital Asset Associate in a dynamic hybrid role. This full-time, temporary position offers new graduates a chance to develop their skills in photography and digital asset management while contributing to a vibrant team environment. You will capture compelling images, manage visual media, and collaborate across departments to support content needs. With a commitment to diversity and professional growth, this organization provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the sports industry. Embrace this chance to be part of an exciting team dedicated to excellence both on and off the field.

Benefits

Medical coverage options

Remote work days

Paid time off

Preseason tickets

Yearly Bears gear

Wellness programs

Social events

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in photography and digital asset management preferred.
• Strong understanding of image rights and licensing laws.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality images at practices, games, and events.
• Manage a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.

Skills

Photography

Digital Asset Management

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Photography

Bachelor's degree in Media Management

Bachelor's degree in Digital Media

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Photo Mechanic

Adobe Bridge

Job description

Title

Photography & Digital Asset Associate

Department

Content & Production

Reports To

Manager of Content & Production

How to Apply

www.chicagobears.com/jobs

About The Role

The Associate Development Program is a paid full-time (temporary) experience designed for new or recent graduates seeking to grow their professional sports experience. It offers structured professional development and hands-on learning.

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented associate to support photography and digital asset management. This hybrid role involves capturing and editing compelling photography, managing our visual media library, and supporting content needs across platforms. The position is based at our headquarters in Lake Forest, IL (Halas Hall).

2025 Associate Development Program Dates: Monday, July 7, 2025 – Friday, May 22, 2026

Who We Are

As a founding NFL franchise, family is central to our identity. We value respect, a championship mindset, community, and perseverance. Our vision is to be “one of one,” striving for excellence on and off the field. We embrace diversity and foster an environment where talent and contributions are valued.

Responsibilities

Digital Asset Management

• Assist in maintaining the team’s photo and video archive, ensuring content is organized, tagged, and searchable
• Manage a Digital Asset Management (DAM) system
• Uphold file naming conventions, metadata standards, and storage practices
• Tag and catalog assets for internal accessibility

Photography & Editing

• Capture high-quality images at practices, games, events, and initiatives
• Assist with game day coverage and real-time image delivery
• Edit and retouch photos for digital platforms
• Build and curate photo galleries
• Ensure images align with brand standards
• Apply metadata and captions for archiving

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Partner with creative, digital, social media, marketing, and other teams to distribute media
• Fulfill media asset requests with proper rights and clearances
• Assist in delivering B-roll, highlights, and imagery to stakeholders

Event Coverage & Real-Time Support

• Support live content ingestion during events
• Enable rapid turnaround of high-priority images
• Manage workflows between teams

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure content meets brand and legal standards
• Maintain backups and follow protocols to prevent asset loss
• Manage image rights and licensing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Media Management, Digital Media, Communications, or related field
• Experience in photography and digital asset management (sports industry preferred)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of metadata, archiving, and DAM best practices
• Experience with file management tools (e.g., Photo Mechanic, Adobe Bridge)
• Familiarity with social media and visual trends
• Understanding of image rights and licensing laws
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Flexibility to travel locally and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

What We Offer

We are committed to being a first-class organization and employer of choice, offering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

Compensation: The role is full-time, temporary, hourly at approximately $21/hour, with potential overtime.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical coverage options
• Up to 2 remote work days per week (role dependent)
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and volunteer days
• Preseason tickets and additional game tickets
• Yearly Bears gear and discounts
• Wellness programs and onsite facilities
• Social events, ERGs, and professional development opportunities

More details at www.ChicagoBears.com/jobs.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We promote an inclusive environment reflecting our communities and fan base. We value diversity at all levels and encourage all individuals to apply. Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.