School Photographer

Location: Durham, NC, USA

Company: Strawbridge Studios, Inc

ABOUT OUR COMPANY 
Strawbridge Studios, Inc. has been committed to providing students, families, and organizations with the highest level of quality and service in the photographic industry since 1923. We are a growing, fourth generation, family-owned company looking for the right people to join our team. Our company values are summed up in three simple rules:

· Do your best!
· Do what's right!
· Treat others the way you want to be treated!

J.E. Strawbridge, our founder, had a very simple motto: “Honest Value Never Fails.” The three rules and this motto are what have made Strawbridge Studios successful for over 95 years. Now, you have the opportunity to share your expertise and skill with a company that has been creating memories in the lives of America's students for over 100 years. If you are ready to open a new chapter in your life, a career at Strawbridge Studios could be right for you.

OVERVIEW
If you have photography experience, this may be the job for you!  We currently do business in 20+ states. We’re offering full-time photography that allows you to be the photographer you want to be. Strawbridge Studios Inc. is looking for talented and passionate school and sports photographers, whose experience reflects their passion. Photography experience and school portrait industry experience a plus. Submit your resume today!

We are looking for applicants who are fun, energetic, and detail oriented. You will need to work well in a team and must work well with children. You will also need to provide your own transportation. Your schedule must be flexible, as overnight travel may be required, in some areas. We will provide all training and equipment, as well as cover traveling expenses. All applicants will be subject to criminal and motor vehicle background checks.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A DAY PHOTOGRAPHER

  • Set up Strawbridge supplied camera equipment by Strawbridge Standards and SOPs to ensure consistent photographic quality to our clients
  • Drive yourself to assigned scheduled accounts on time
  • Willingness to travel
  • Carry and transport your equipment from your vehicle to the designated set up location
  • Interact with teachers and students to capture the best possible expressions
  • Provide clear Picture Day direction and set clear expectations for parents, school personnel and student helpers
  • Work closely with staff to establish appropriate classroom work flow and effectively resolve issues
  • Organize materials, assemble equipment and ensure that all supplies are available on Picture Day
  • Maintain and transport equipment in a safe manner between schools according to company guidelines
  • Represent Strawbridge in a professional manner at all times while adhering to all company and school policies
  • Maintain confidentiality of school and student related information
  • Safeguard equipment and money at all times
  • Any other duties assigned by your Territory Manager


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school or equivalent (Required)
  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Photography: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Ability to perform frequent repetitive motions (squatting, walking, standing, twisting, gripping, turning, reaching)
  • Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs