Student Engagement - Photographer (fws/nfws)

Location: Phoenix, ARIZONA, United States

Company: Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is seeking a photographer to support the mission of Grand Canyon University through GCU's Student Engagement department.

Purpose within the Organization:

Produce high quality photographs of the various Student Engagement events as well as working alongside student leaders to create marketing materials to advertise these events.

Responsibilities Related to Purpose:

Provide photography for the Student Engagement Department.
Attend and photograph for Student Engagement events using professional equipment (provided).
Capture photos and edit using software programs: Photoshop, Lightroom.
Reach out to other students interested in photography projects.
Upload photos to shared server/file location where marketing staff have access to them.
Meet regularly with Marketing/Media Coordinator and student leaders to receive feedback or changes, review upcoming events, assignments, and communication strategies.
Occasionally attend client meetings with the Coordinator.
Maintain a strict schedule for completed tasks as requested by clients.
Qualifications:

Must have a high level of technical skill in specified field.
Experience in filming video and photography using professional equipment.
Proficient in photo/video editing software programs including: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) and/or Final Cut Pro.
Able to take and receive direction from Student Engagement staff for vision in creating videos.
Able to work well with others in achieving the common goal of highlighting and marketing Student Engagement events.
Creative ability to capture video footage and edit to make a final product.
Provide a video portfolio via YouTube or Vimeo links.
Education:

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy.
Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor's program or Master's program.
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Physical Requirements:

•Sitting: 4-8 hours a day

•Standing: 5-10 hours a day

•Walking: 5-10 hours a day

•Lifting: Occasionally

•Carrying: Occasionally

•Pushing: Occasionally

•Bending: Occasionally

•Squatting: Occasionally

•Kneeling: Occasionally

•Climbing: Never

•Reaching: Occasionally

•Grasping: Occasionally

•Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Frequently

•Work Environment: Office building on site. Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise, and dust.

Hourly Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Expected End Date: June 30, 2025