Director of Photography, USC Athletics
Director of Photography, USC Athletics
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$ 110000 - 115000
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Job Description
The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the worlds leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts technology and international business USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles. We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family which is comprised of the faculty students and staff that make the university what it is.
USC Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of Competitive Spirit Togetherness Passionate Pride for USC and Our Courage to Blaze the Trail the Trojans choose to lead by over 600 student-athletes competing throughout USCs 23 sports programs USC Athletics is committed to serving as the unmatched unquestioned top destination for talented student-athletes to reach their fullest potential in all that they do and offering student-athletes the ability to compete for NCAA and Big Ten championships while working toward a degree from one of the worlds leading universities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
USC Athletics is looking to hire a Director of Photography to join our staff and student community of 600 individuals. This role is responsible for leading our photography team shooting live events managing photoshoots maintaining our photo archive and contributing to our overall creative team.
Additional requirements include a mastery of action and still photography leadership capabilities and a digital design skillset.
Reporting directly to the Chief Creative Officer the Director of Photography will work in collaboration with the creative department as well as marketing development administration and the individual sports programs. The ideal candidate will possess a master of photography possess an independent creative vision be able to see a project through from conception to execution and have a flexible skillset that includes photography video and design as well as an understanding of the software needed to succeed in those mediums. Knowledge of and experience working in higher education preferred. Understanding of the unique culture and needs of college athletes preferred.
This position serves a large student and staff population must demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for a variety of populations and is expected to contribute to the programs demonstrated commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all. USC Athletics is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity.
This is an exempt position with work expected to include weekends nights and travel but the hours are flexible.
Roles and responsibilities to include:
Hiring and leading our team of photographers
Shooting live events
Conceiving and executing photoshoots
Maintaining our photo archive
Contributing to our overall creative team as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelors degree (masters degree preferred) and two years of experience (four years preferred). Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
Proficient with Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanic.
Experience working in higher education and/or a sports related field ideal.
In addition the successful candidate must also demonstrate through ideas words and actions a strong commitment to USCs Unifying Values.
Salary Range
The annual base salary range for this position is $110000 $115000. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer alignment federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.
To Apply
All candidates must submit a resume and portfolio with their application. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. All USC employees will undergo reference checking and background screening prior to hire.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at or by email at Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.
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USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at or by email at. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
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