Photographer Maui Oceanfront Marathon January 19th

MarathonFoto is a leading sports photography company that photographs athletes around the world including at the marathon majors in Boston, Chicago, and New York. The participants can view and purchase their race photos on www.marathonfoto.com.

MarathonFoto will also be the official photographer of the Maui Oceanfront Marathon on January 19th and they are looking for freelance photographers to take either:

· PORTRAIT PHOTOS of runners with their medals after they have crossed the finish line. Need to be very dynamic, outgoing, and ready to approach the athletes so they stop and smile to take the photo

OR

· ACTION PHOTOS of runners on the course while they run. We will assign you a specific location on the course. Experience in sports photography is necessary.

No selling or post-production editing is required.MarathonFoto provides:

• Media like SD/CF/XQD and collect them at the end of the event to avoid any issue with transferring the images.
• Clear guidelines of the type of photos you will be taking. Your team leader will assist you throughout the race.

Compensation: $50 per hour

Time commitment: 5:00am -noon is the estimated time.

This is a freelance, event-based position.

Requirements:

- Photography equipment

- Excellent knowledge of your own equipment and photography to take good quality photographs of participants during the event

- The ability to stand, move quickly and hold the camera for the duration of the event. All our events are outdoors and in the elements. Photographers must be willing and able to work in these conditions.

- The ability to work quickly, efficiently, and make good decisions while multi-tasking at a very fast pace.

- The ability be flexible and to adapt to the change of pace and circumstances that could arise during the event.

- The ability to adhere to a schedule, arrive on time for event, stay for the duration of event, and have reliable transportation.

- Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the USA

Application: Please apply with a resume highlighting your photography experience. Include a short paragraph detailing your photography background, relevant experience, and equipment used. Explain why you would be a great fit for this event and any similar events you've covered.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• There will be a team meeting on Saturday, January 18th at 6pm by the finish line (Launiupoko Beach Park). Would you be able to attend?
• Please let us know what camera model, zoom lenses and external flash you have. If you do not have an external flash, please specify it so we can assign you to the correct photo location

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50