The Silhouette Photo Assistant

Résumé du poste

The Photo Assistant is responsible for capturing compelling photographs that complement the publication's textual content. They must plan and create original visual content while maintaining camera equipment.

Détails du poste

Reports to: Silhouette Multimedia Editor Hours:4 – 6 hours Whether it’s a breaking news story or an ongoing investigation, Silhouette reporters will be there and are committed to informing the student body of the issues and concerns that affect their lives. The Sil’s sports section is your best way to keep up with the exploits of the many Mac varsity teams, while Arts & Culture provides useful and insightful profiles, features, and tips to help you get the most out of student life. The Sil’s opinions section is your own forum through which you can speak to the masses. Got something to say? Submit an OpEd piece by two days prior to that week’s publication. ***Extended: Please note this posting closes September 30 at 11:59pm, however, we will begin reviewing candidates immediately. The Photo Assistant is responsible for taking photos that tell stories, to complement the textual elements of the publication. Compensation, while not financial, may include letters of reference, appreciation nights, valuable experience writing for a newspaper, and awards and gift cards for best writing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comfort with computers and Adobe Photoshop Keen eye and imagination for quality photos Ability to plan and create original visual content with minimal guidance Knowledge of cameras and other photographic equipment Effort and Responsibility Effort required to put in long hours on production nights, and responsibly maintain camera equipment Working Conditions Late evening work is involved Training and Experience Photography experience (shooting in a variety of situations such as moving subjects or profiles) Photo editing experience with Adobe Photoshop Experience with yearbooks, newspapers an asset Equipment Computer Camera, variety of lenses and flash Studio equipped with lighting equipment and backdrops Locked cabinet to store equipment For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please download the job description here.

Ce que vous ferez

The Photo Assistant is responsible for capturing compelling photographs that complement the publication's textual content. They must plan and create original visual content while maintaining camera equipment.

Exigences

Candidates should have experience in photography and photo editing using Adobe Photoshop. Proficiency with cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment is required, along with the ability to work late evening production shifts.

Avantages

• Letters of reference • Appreciation nights • Valuable experience • Awards • Gift cards

Compétences indiquées

• Adobe Photoshop · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Adobe Photoshop
• Photography
• Photo editing
• Visual content creation
• Camera operation
• Lighting equipment
• Computer literacy
• Yearbooks
• News Stories
• Imagination
• Multimedia
• Photo Editing

Domaines d’emploi

• Creative & Media
• Art & Design
• Photo Assistant
• Photographer
• Photographers