Assistant Team Photographer (Part-Time)

Assistant Team Photographer (Part- Time)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Team Photographer will assist in game day and non-game day events. Assist in management of all photo inventory/usage and archives, and work with all areas of the organization as it relates to photo projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help in execution of full photographic coverage of all 81 home games in the season, including pregame ceremonies, candid shots of players, coaches and fans around the game, any special events around the game, and the game action itself, from first pitch to postgame interviews and celebrations.
• Execute full photographic coverage of organizational events throughout the year as assigned, including community events, Rockies Fest, Rockies Caravan, Fantasy Camp, press conferences, concerts, etc.
• Assist in Spring Training Coverage including Photo Day, game coverage and day to day activities.
• Assist in management of team photo archive: keeping metadata, captions and galleries updated in a timely manner. Color correct/crop/edit photos as needed.
• Edit and caption photos for distribution to Getty Images.
• Assist the Social Media Team as needed.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Portfolio or Sample Work required to be considered.
• Professional photographic experience, both action and portrait.
• High knowledge of photo equipment
• Creativity in ideas and execution
• Computer skills with database management and photo editing software
• Ability to multi-task
• Proficiency in Lightroom, Photoshop, Photomechanic and Photoshelter
• Knowledge of baseball preferred
• Consistent, punctual and regular attendance
• Professional image and demeanor, around baseball personnel and players especially
• Strong ability to work well with coworkers at all levels of the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK SCHEDULE:

Non-traditional work schedule with frequent extended hours and possible travel, as needed, from February through September, with possible extension into October with postseason. Other months more traditional.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Hourly Rate: $25/hour. This is a regular-status, part-time position.
• As a candidate in this position, your salary and related compensation elements will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills, and any other factors the Colorado Rockies consider relevant to the hiring decision.
• In addition to the base pay, the Club provides a 401(k) with employer match, employee parking, employer-provided game tickets to home games, employee discounts on merchandise, an employee assistance program, and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents, which may be modified or amended at any given time.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by February 3rd, 2025
• The estimated time to complete the recruitment process will be by February 21st, 2025

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Rockies baseball is for everyone! We pride ourselves on hiring, developing, and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All disqualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment or promotion without regard to race (including, but not limited to, traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length and/or protective hairstyles), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, martial status, ancestry, age (40 ), creed, religion, disability, veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth and related conditions, or any other category or activity protected by law. In addition, we will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities in compliance with the ADA. All employment and promotion decisions will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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