Athletics Photographer (Temporary)
Stockton, CA 
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Job Title Athletics Photographer (Temporary)
Union Level
Department Athletics-Broadcasting
Campus Stockton
Posting Number 201303383P
Full or Part Time Part Time
Number of Months 9
Work Schedule
Flexible schedule is needed to accommodate long hours and after-hours events.

This is a temporary non-benefit eligible position.
Position End Date
Open Date 07/20/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose
The Athletics photographer is responsible for creating compelling visual stories for use on the university athletics website, various social media channels, printed publications and advertisements as well as signature events. Guided by strategic priorities, this individual also will be called on to capture campus beauty, university events/games and performances, and to provide portraiture of student athletes and staff, all while using a high level of creativity and independent judgement. The successful incumbent will also seek and create opportunities to enhance multi-media storytelling and support university Athletics social media and branding campaigns.
Essential Functions
  • Creates engaging multimedia storytelling using photography.
  • Documents game day and special athletic event activities.
  • Takes and evaluates photos produced and touches up as needed.
  • Collaborates with athletics media staff and contributes to social media efforts, including significant responsibility for developing the university's image and visual brand on social media platforms.
  • Provides fast turnaround of images for web, social media, and news media requests-Disseminates videos and photographs to Athletics Media Relations staff as appropriate.
  • Handles multiple assignments well, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure and meeting deadlines.
  • Stays abreast of industry technology, techniques, trends, and best practices to sharpen skills and to share insights with other team members.
  • Values diversity and inclusion in day-to-day interactions and in creative recommendations and decision-making.
  • Performs related duties as assigned or requested.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in film studies, videography, photography or photojournalism.
  • Knowledge of photographic principles, practices and techniques.
  • Knowledge of photographic lighting techniques.
  • Outstanding portfolio of high quality images and a demonstrated ability to shoot outstanding images in a wide variety of scenarios (special events, news photos, portraits, groups, receptions, sports and action scenes, landscapes, buildings, etc.).
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently, successfully prioritize tasks and deadlines, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and efficiently manage one's own time.
  • Experience in fast motion photography.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience dealing effectively with clients, faculty, students, staff and the public.
  • Skill in creatively and imaginatively producing photographs.
  • Outstanding customer service skills and desire to assist others; approachable; ability to quickly establish rapport, making people feel comfortable and welcome.
  • Experience editing, organizing, and maintaining an extensive database of videos and photos.
  • Must be able to perform in a rapidly changing environment and be flexible and adaptable.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May require lengthy periods of standing, walking and sitting. Frequent repetitive motion of hands and wrists, simple grasping with fingers and hands. Occasional climbing stairs, walking across campus, stooping and reaching. Constant communication using both spoken and written means. May be required to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Flexible schedule is needed to accommodate long hours and after-hours events.
Hiring Range $16.00 - $16.65 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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