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Fairfax, VA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department: University Life

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category:Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type:Part-Time

Location: Fairfax VA

Sponsorship Eligibility:Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Starting at$19 per hour; commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check:Yes

About the Department:

The mission of University Lifes (UL) Marketing and Communications is to position UL at the center of an engaged campus community through dynamic innovative and purposeful marketing campaigns provide audience insight and define success using evidence-based metrics and analytics improve efficiency by implementing new technologies and promoting a common approach to marketing and communications and strengthen alliances both within UL and between UL and campus culture by devising and executing targeted communications plans and creating connections through collaborative communication efforts.

About the position:

The Photographer will work as part of a team comprised of marketing and communications professionals and reports to the Associate Director of Marketing and communications within University Life Marketing and Communications.

Responsibilities:

  • Capture high-quality photography deliverables for University Life events/campaigns/programming/etc.;
  • Capture images and other photo content for university communications channels;
  • Apply batch editing advanced retouching and color grading using Adobe Creative Suite tools;
  • Manage and export files for digital asset platforms; and
  • Accept flexible shifts attend team meetings and communicate reliably regarding assignments and deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to shoot using fullmanual settings;
  • Hands-on experience operating DSLR cameras.(Note: We are not responsible for personal equipment if lost stolen or damaged);
  • Ability to provide and maintain personal photography and video equipment (camera bodies lenses portable lighting lens filters etc.);
  • Ability to achieve proper exposure in a wide range of lighting environments;
  • Ability to batch edit;
  • Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop InDesign Illustrator Bridge/Lightroom Camera Raw etc.);
  • Experience with multiple photo editing techniques ex: Basic retouching: color correction color grading cropping and re-compositions clone stamping removing objects imaging sharpening etc.;
  • Knowledge of file management including organizing and exporting in appropriate formats (JPEG PNG TIFF PDF etc.);
  • Demonstrated interpersonal written and verbal communication skills;
  • Demonstrated organizational time management and problem-solving abilities;
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and responsibilities efficiently;
  • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and communities;
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented workplace;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint); and
  • Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings to capture photos.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration applicants must apply forPhotographer at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent Resume and a Photography Portfolio (print or online) for review.

Posting Open Date:October 17 2025

For Full Consideration Apply by:November 6 2025

Open Until Filled:Yes

Department: University LifeClassification: GMU WorkerJob Category:Part-Time / Hourly WageJob Type:Part-TimeLocation: Fairfax VASponsorship Eligibility:Not eligible for visa sponsorshipSalary: Starting at$19 per hour; commensurate with education and experienceCriminal Background Check:YesAbout the De...
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Key Skills

  • Sales Experience
  • Time Management
  • Photography
  • Customer Service
  • Computer Skills
  • Color Management
  • InfusionSoft
  • Manual Transmission Experience
  • Ftp
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Photo Editing

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