Student Photographer: Learn by Doing at Solano Campus

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Cal Poly Maritime Academy seeks a student photographer at the Solano campus to capture Learn by Doing in action and cover events for Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success.

You will be paid per assignment at $17 per hour, including processing time. Applicants must provide their own photo gear and be prepared to work up to 20 hours weekly in a part-time, temporary role at Cal Poly Maritime Academy.

Qualifications

• Be responsive to emails and available for photos assignments.
• Turn around assignments quickly after shooting.
• Communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Working knowledge of photographic equipment and techniques.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and photo processing.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and work independently.
• Maintain minimum GPA 2.3 and good standing.

Responsibilities

• Capture stock photography, portraits, events and campus life as assigned.
• Edit images and add captions/keywords.
• Upload images to PhotoShelter gallery.
• Complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Be on time for work and adhere to scheduled hours.
• Work well in an open office environment and maintain a positive image.
• Refer problems to a supervisor when needed.

Skills

Email responsiveness

Fast turnaround

Communication skills

Photography equipment knowledge

Photoshop proficiency

Time management

Organization skills

GPA 2.3+

Work independently

Tools

Photoshop

PhotoShelter

Job description

Cal Poly Maritime Academy seeks a student photographer at the Solano campus to capture Learn by Doing in action and cover events for Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success.

You will be paid per assignment at $17 per hour, including processing time. Applicants must provide their own photo gear and be prepared to work up to 20 hours weekly in a part-time, temporary role at Cal Poly Maritime Academy.