Athletics Photographer
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jul 24, 2024
Expired Date: Jul 27, 2024QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
Unknown -
Years of Experience
2+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Posting Details
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information
Classification Title
Visual Arts Specialist
Working Title
Athletics Photographer
Working Location (City, State)
Boone, NC
Posting Details
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information
Classification Title
Visual Arts Specialist
Working Title
Athletics Photographer
Working Location (City, State)
Boone, NC
Job Category
3
Position Number
099981
Department
Sports Information - 120950
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of visual/graphic arts experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per
ADA
. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. Priority is given to high standards of both academic and athletic quality — the goal being the complete development of the student-athlete. The
Athletics Photographer
position reports directly to the Director of Creative Services and works to:
Capture and manage photo content for App State Athletics, including game days, non-game day events, team practices, studio photography shoots, community events and other assignments
Oversee student workers, managing their photo assignments and serving as a mentor and teacher
Uphold brand and preset standards
Ensure consistency of athletics photography across sports and departments
Enhance the artistry and creativity of App State sports photography
Work closely with the Director of Creative Services on photography and visual identity strategy for App State Athletics
Work closely with the creative and external team members, including graphic designers, videographers, communications, marketing, etc.
Interact with sport coaches and student-athletes on photography needs related to recruiting, game days, practices/workouts, program branding, etc.
Assist with shaping the visual storytelling of App State sport programs, student-athletes and coaches
Organize, manage, and process internal and external photography and imaging requests
Collaborate with university photographers
Other duties as assigned
Commitment to and compliance with the University’s and Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well as the Sun Belt Conference and
NCAA
constitutions, bylaws, legislation and regulations
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Knowledge and experience with studio lighting and setup
Knowledge and experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Photoshop, etc.)
Knowledge of both Canon and Sony cameras
Demonstrated creative and artistic ability with visual content
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
Proficiency with technology and social media
Must be able to travel and work long hours on occasion
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with organizing photoshoots, managing a photo database and traveling with sports teams
Experience with social media strategy and best practices
Bachelor’s degree
2-3 years of experience in sports photography
Type of Position
Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Varies; Must be able to travel and work long hours on occasion
Number of Hours Per Week
40+
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of a photography and visual arts role. All duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Overall Competency Level
Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN05
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range
$43,888-$44,000
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.
Technical Solution Development:
Ensure consistency of athletics photography across sports and departments
Enhance the artistry and creativity of App State sports photography
Work closely with the Director of Creative Services on photography and visual identity strategy for App State Athletics
Program Management:
Oversee student workers, managing their photo assignments and serving as a mentor and teacher
Uphold brand and preset standards
Organize, manage, and process internal and external photography and imaging requests
Collaborate with university photographers
Knowledge-Technical:
Capture and manage photo content for App State Athletics, including game days, non-game day events, team practices, studio photography shoots, community events and other assignments
Consultation/Advising:
Assist with shaping the visual storytelling of App State sport programs, student-athletes and coaches
Client/Customer Service:
Work with coaches to create content that follows their vision
Work with every sport’s support team to get the best photos possible
Work with the entire creative team to produce content taken
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
| Posting Date | 07/16/2024 |
| Closing Date | 07/26/2024 |
| Competency Level Statement | Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please attach Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of 3 Professional References with Contact Information
- Portfolio | | Search Chair Name | Joey Jones | | Search Chair Email | jonesj7@appstate.edu | | Applicant Pool Preference | External (Post on the Web) | | Posting Number | 201502673P | | Quick Link | https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/post... |
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 3. List of References with Contact Information 4. Link to Portfolio Optional Documents
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