Staff Photographer – University of Missouri Athletic Department

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Athletic Department is seeking a full-time photographer to join its creative team. The schedule can vary based on photography needs. This position must be willing to work evenings and weekends and work well both independently and collaboratively.

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Athletic Department is seeking a full-time photographer to join its creative team. The schedule can vary based on photography needs. This position must be willing to work evenings and weekends and work well both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Coverage of home and away athletic events

Assisting with the planning and execution of promotional photo shoots

Maintaining working archive of images with metadata, including captions, location information, relevant searchable keywords, etc.

Providing non-game coverage of team-specific needs, including recruiting photo shoots, practices, team outings, etc.

Providing coverage for various departments across Mizzou Athletics

Providing stock imagery of facilities, fans, campus materials, as needed.

Meeting with creative staff and sport information directors on photo usage for content and to meet creative goals.

Other job related duties as assigned.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in sports photography

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $52,000 - $55,000

Grade: GGS-9E

University Title: SENIOR COORDINATOR ATHLETIC OPERATIONS

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Community Information

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Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards....

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

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