What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletics Studio/Recruit Photographer (Federal Work Study) position at University of Central Arkansas?
Position Summary
The University of Central Arkansas Athletic Department is seeking a talented, creative, and detail-oriented student Studio / Recruit Photographer to join our team. This individual will play a key role in capturing high-quality imagery for a wide range of athletic-related needs, with a primary focus on recruiting photography for prospective student-athletes, team photos, action shots and studio photography for media days. This position does not require knowledge of sports but is preferred. Candidates must have their own camera equipment. This is a new position to the department, so if you’ve applied to a previous position please reapply. We are looking for at least two candidates to help with the amount of shoots. This is a federal work study position. If you are interested in this role in volunteer role and not eligible for federal work study, please contact cbecvar@uca.edu . This position is not required to shoot athletic events but can if interested. Job Duties and Responsibilities
Recruitment Photography :
- Photograph prospective student-athletes, capturing professional and engaging images that showcase the athletic programs and potential recruits..
- Collaborate with the coaching staff and creative director to ensure the recruitment imagery aligns with team goals and brand identity.
- Coordinate and conduct photoshoots, including individual athlete portraits, team photos, and action shots, for various sports.
- Studio Photography : Set up and manage studio shoots for portraits, headshots, and promotional images for student-athletes and staff.Manage photo equipment, lighting setups, and backdrops for studio sessions.Edit and retouch photos to meet department standards and deliverables.
- Collaboration with Marketing & Communications Teams : Work closely with the athletic marketing, communications, and creative media teams to ensure all photographic content supports the overall branding and strategic goals of the UCA Athletics Department.Provide images for use across various platforms, including the UCA Athletics website, social media, media guides, and other promotional materials.
- Photo Archive Management : Organize and maintain an efficient digital archive of all photos, ensuring quick access and easy retrieval of images for future use.
- Other Duties as Assigned : Assist with general photography needs for special events, campus-wide initiatives, and UCA Athletics promotions.
Qualifications : Experience :
Physical Requirements :
Ability to carry and set up photography equipment (including cameras, tripods, lighting, and backdrops) in various settings.
