Photography & Content Specialist chez Newport News Public Schools

Job Summary
Position is responsible for providing a variety of photographic support services and products to facilitate and enhance community knowledge and awareness of the school division and programs, accomplishments, and events and activities; performing an array of specialized duties to include motion and still imagery; photography; content creation to be used on division communication products; and assisting with planning special events.

Essential Duties:
1. Plan and execute photoshoots based on project briefs and client needs.
2. Set up and adjust lighting, composition, and equipment to achieve desired visual effects.
3. Capture high-quality images across various subjects and settings such as conferences, athletic events, portraits, etc. to produce print and web-ready imagery.
4. Utilize technical photography knowledge and post-production editing methods in industry standard software to produce high-quality imagery.
5. Communicate effectively with subjects, models, and others during photography shoots.
6. Maintain and manage photography equipment as needed to ensure optimal performance.
7. Contribute to the development and implementation of marketing and communications plans for school division departments and activities.
8. Provide support for annual special events or other projects as required.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required)
Requires Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in photography, videography, graphic design or a related field; minimum three years’ experience preferred. Must be proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and other professional desktop publishing software; and Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of current photography trends and best practices. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, students, teachers, parents, and community based-organizations. Demonstrated judgment, customer service and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadline requirements with a stressful environment and function effectively with other staff members to complete all necessary tasks.