Camera Studio Artist
Camera Studio Artist
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USD 15 - 15
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Job Description
ArtWorks is seeking artists (ages 18-24) to join our year-round Camera Studio team. This job is for young adults who are eager to launch their careers as creative professionals a step up from seasonal employment as an ArtWorks Apprentice. Camera Studio Artists function as a creative agency within ArtWorks working on a multitude of client-based projects during their 12-month employment at ArtWorks. Through film studies workshops and on-the-job experiences Camera Studio Artists deepen their skills in photography videography client management and shoot production.
Additionally Camera Studio Artists engage in a series of career development sessions to advance their resume cover letter writing portfolio development budgeting client management and networking skills. The schedule will vary throughout the year but Camera Studio Artists will be required to work an average of 15-18 hours a week on various project assignments typically Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours. Camera Studio Artists will be required to attend weekly meetings with the full team and monthly career development and enrichment sessions.
Key Job Responsibilities:
General
- Attend weekly meetings for the Camera Studio.
- Work with the Camera Studio Manager to determine the work schedule.
- Uphold strategies and systems for studio management maintenance and file/spatial organization. Ensure all aspects of an assigned project are uploaded accessible and maintained through to project closing.
- Professionally communicate through ArtWorks project management software (Basecamp) email and phone utilizing ArtWorks best practices.
Planning & Production
- Lead self-direct and take accountability for delegated responsibilities in studio or onsite for timely project progression.
- Adhere to pre-production production and post-production photo and video processes and standards.
- Respond to critiques and feedback on work adjust to client needs.
- Develop a portfolio of work related to Camera Studio photo and video projects.
Career Readiness
- Attend monthly career development workshops and trainings.
- Complete career development program milestones including personal portfolio reviews cover letter and resume writing workshops networking opportunities and artist talks.
- Participate in completing reviews program evaluations and surveys.
Client Management
- Learn the various aspects of client relationship management including professional communication project scope definition expectations deadlines pricing and budget development for internal (ArtWorks) and external clients.
- Establish and maintain positive client relationships.
- Support the development and pitching of project proposals/presentations and creative briefs.
- Support ongoing communication with the Camera Studio Manager clients and photographers and videographers (as needed).
- Act as an ArtWorks ambassador to current and potential clients and guests.
Qualifications and experiences:
- Must be between 18 and 24 years old at the start of employment.
- 1 - 2 years of Camera classes at high school or college level or equivalent independent practice as evidenced by a strong demo reel and/or photography portfolio.
- Collaborative Experience(s) with Camera projects and/or a willingness to work as a team.
- Proficiency with visual editing software including Photoshop Lightroom and PremierePro.
- Commitment to ArtWorks mission vision values culture and Equity Diversity Inclusion & Accessibility Plan.
Skills and abilities:
- Strong organizational problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication skills oral and written that include listening receiving and giving feedback.
- Ability to manage time well particularly while managing competing priorities.
- Proficiency with MS Word and PowerPoint Excel is a plus.
- Adhere to ethical behavior and business practices.
- Detail oriented.
- Curious about facts and trends; a continuous learner.
- Comfortable with public speaking.
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals solve problems produce visuals and execute projects.
- Interest in learning and developing client management skills.
- Creative flexible positive and innovative.
The Payoff:
- Be part of an amazing mission and make a mark in transforming the Greater Cincinnati region with public art building community and investing in young artists.
- Be part of a dynamic team that embraces a growth mindset.
- Be part of a collaborative creative and flexible work culture that is people-centered.
- Join a team that values diversity equity and inclusion in community-centered work that creates positive change. Read our full commitment here.
To Apply:
- You must include a photography portfolio or a demo reel. Uploading both is preferred!
- Photography Portfolio Requirements:
- Must include 10 photos that show your distinct style and range.
- Combine all photos into one PDF document no larger than 4MB.
- Ensure photos are oriented correctly.
- Each photo should include title year artist name measurements and brief description.
- Upload using the additional materials button.
- Artist websites or professional social media accounts are welcome additions but will not be considered in place of a PDF photography portfolio.
- Demo Reel Requirements:
- Must include 1-3 minutes of content that shows your range and abilities.
- Must indicate your role in creating each clip/scene of content (i.e. Cinematographer Camera Op etc.)
- Include your name email and website at the beginning or end of the reel.
- Content should be original (no stock footage or generic clips) engaging and of high quality. Take time to polish your demo reel ensuring that clips are well-edited and the overall presentation is professional.
- If you have issues with uploading your photography portfolio and/or demo reel through the additional materials button please email the files to Grace Thanasiu at . You are also encouraged to upload a resume cover letter website and three references though the photography portfolio/demo reel will be the most important element of your application.
Application Deadline: November 9 2025
Employment Type
Part-Time
