Senior Photographer

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a Senior Photographer to join the Marketing & Communications team. This full-time role involves producing various photographic content, managing photography tasks, and collaborating with staff and students. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong creative skills, and have extensive knowledge of relevant software and photography techniques.

Benefits

Benefits eligible

Full-time employment

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a baccalaureate degree.
• Extensive knowledge of photography and editing tools is necessary.
• Strong organizational and creative skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and produce images for marketing campaigns.
• Field and studio photography assignments.
• Coordinate photo assignments and provide input on final image selections.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Photographic editing

Creative skills

Organizational skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Tools

Adobe Bridge

Raw Image Converter

Photo Mechanic

Job description

Posting Number:

S13722P

Working Title:

Senior Photographer

Department:

MarComm-Strategic Marketing

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Occasional nights and weekends required.

Advertised Salary:

$52,000-$57,000

Posting Date:

06/10/2025

Open until filled:

No

Closing Date:

06/20/2025

Proposed Starting Date:

08/01/2025

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title:

Technical Design Professional

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary:

This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can work with Marketing & Communications staff in a team environment as well as with campus clients. It uses close coordination & collaboration with the Assistant Director for Photography, other staff photographers, editors, writers, designers, art directors, and operations professionals. Strong organizational & creative skills are required to manage tasks and produce effective photography. We thrive within our team-first culture, and it is an everyday expectation on our photo team.The employee will have extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bridge and Raw Image Converter, as well as Photo Mechanic and digital asset management systems. Outlook is utilitzed for email and calendars while Asana is the operations environment used for task management.This position actively participates in weekly planning and production meetings to strategize and outline content for high-priority institutional projects. Experience in utilizing natural and artificial lighting to produce digital images for a variety of uses, including campus news & alumni publications, web pages, promotional brochures, special events and media relations. Produce creative, well-composed images in a variety of settings and subject areas, including executive portraiture, high-tech research, service, landscape and architecture, news and editorial. Edit, file, and archive digital images, as well as color correct & process raw digital files to final high-resolution images. Responsible for metadata entry of assignments in our web based digital asset management system. Film & print scanning, inventory tracking and general equipment maintenance may be expected. Evening & weekend work is expected, as well as occasional out-of-town travel.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bridge and Raw Image Converter, as well as Photo Mechanic and digital asset management systems. Outlook is utilitzed for email and calendars while Asana is the operations environment used for task management.

Physical Demands:

Work in standard office environment, driving, lifting of equipment, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Active photographer to conceptualize and produce images that support marketing campaigns and strategic departmental initiatives. Duties include field and studio photography assignments, editing photo assignments, import and tag media assets in photo databases, image cutlines, processing stock image selections, planning and logistics for assignments, to include contacting clients, arranging schedules, and reserving equipment.

Percentage of time:

30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Serve as photo team representative to lead our team’s efforts with internal publications and special projects. Works closely with the editors, art directors, writers and operations and business professionals to produce a high-quality product that supports the university’s mission. Coordinates associated photo assignments, supports accountability with deadlines and provides input with final image selections.

Percentage of time:

30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Enterprise news, feature and stock photographs of campus subjects, events and people.

Percentage of time:

25

Duties/Responsibilities:

Support the relationship between the Marketing & Communications photography staff and students and faculty of the College of Journalism and the School of Art. Being open to job shadowing, mentoring, attending weekend workshops and providing meaningful feedback to the development of students.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time:

5

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Andy Tucker

Recruitment Contact Email:

[e-mail]