Street Team Photographer

The Village Voice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Village Voice is seeking passionate photographers to join their Street Team in New York City. This role involves capturing events and performances, contributing to social media content and promoting the brand. Ideal for young photographers eager to expand their portfolios and gain valuable experience.

Applicants should possess strong photography and editing skills, a professional camera, and the ability to engage with large groups. Qualifications include a passion for arts and culture, with a degree in photography preferred.

Qualifications

• Creativity and good eye for design.
• Must provide professional camera.
• Strong photo editing skills required.
• Experience in event photography is a must.
• Must be 21+ and legally qualified to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Photograph top events in NYC and capture performances.
• Use photos for social media and website promotions.
• Send photos within 24 hours after events.

Skills

Creativity, a good eye for design and color balance

Confidence in talking to large groups

Strong photo editing skills

Experience in event photography

Education

Degree in photography or related field

Tools

Professional camera and digital photography equipment

Job description

Become a part of The Village Voice Street Team! The street team is a group of passionate New Yorkers acting as the Voice of the paper as they attend a variety of weekly events throughout the city. The team is an extension of the brand, meeting readers while they are out at arts, culture, music, dance, film & theater events. They also act as brand ambassadors for our sponsors, partners and advertisers, executing product sampling, giveaways and more for brands we are passionate about.

Job Description

We're looking for photographers to go to top events in NYC and photograph the performances, attendees, sponsors, as well as Voice marketing efforts (street team in action, product shots). Street Team event photos are used on The Village Voice Facebook page and villagevoice.com street team slideshow, social media, plus more, where photo credit is assigned. This is an ideal position for young, motivated photographers looking to expand their portfolio and gain more experience.

Qualifications

• Creativity, a good eye for design and color balance
• Confidence in talking to large groups and asking to take their picture
• Must provide a professional camera and other digital photography equipment
• A passion for art, culture and/or nightlife
• Strong photo editing skills
• Experience in event photography
• Ability to meet deadlines; photos must be sent within 24 hours
• Must be 21+ and legally qualified to work in the United States
• Degree in photography or related field preferred

Application

Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and samples from your portfolio. For more information or details contact promotions(at symbol)villagevoice.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.