POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.
The Athletic Department is looking for a photographer to assist the department at various events and games.
This position requires the ability work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and travel as needed.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of field production equipment including, but not limited to, cinema-style and DSLR cameras, lighting, and audio.
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite required, specifically Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and well-organized.
• Strong verbal, and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Knowledge of position related NCAA and Big 12 rules and compliance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels, and project a positive, professional attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience photographing sporting events.
• Experience photographing live action events

• Performs custom and specialized photography in-house or on location using a variety of cameras and other photographic equipment; determines camera setting, lighting requirements and other specifications to ensure quality shooting.
• Edits digital images to prepare them for use on various platforms such as websites, print, and social media.
• Maintains database of photos taken for future use/reference.
• Assists with inventorying various photographic supplies, assists with ordering supplies according to departmental policies and/or budget constraints.
• May operate various graphic design equipment such as cameras, graphic computers and printing and lettering equipment.
• Consults with clients to determine their needs based on end use, budget and time.
• Budget accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.