Federal Work Study-- Athletic Department Photographer
Location: Barnesville, GA, United States
Company: Gordon State College
About Us
Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.
Job Summary
The Athletic Department Photographer is responsible for conceptualizing visual ways to illustrate ideas and subjects and to photograph and edit photography. The individual in this role uses their creative eye and technical skills to identify and capture commercial style images that help tell the story of GSC athletes.
Responsibilities
Schedules and executes a large variety of photography assignments including athletic competitions and special events.
Effectively and efficiently organizes and archives all images, both past and present. Fulfills internal media photography requests.
Acts as a liaison between Athletic Director and coaching staff to fulfill photography needs.
Assists the athletic department with the content and graphic creation to elevate the GSC Athletic Brand.
Expected to attend live events and produce photos after home and some away games.
Develops schedule with coaches to support recruitment and signing events by capturing photos.
Other duties assigned by the Athletic Director
Required Qualifications
Able to work in both independent and collaborative situations.
Possesses client mindset when collaborating with department and other colleges.
Excellent interpersonal skills, shows initiative, teamwork, problem solving, shows independent judgement and is organized.
USG Core Values
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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.
Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.
Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.
Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.