D.C. United
Photography Intern Job at D.C. United in Washington
D.C. United, Washington, DC, United States, 20024
D.C. United Photography Intern
The D.C. United Communications and Content team is looking for a talented undergraduate or graduate student to join us as an intern for the Spring of 2025. The D.C. United Photography Intern will learn how to work in a professional sports environment, improve technique and skills, and produce content for the organization. Requirements include a website link to a photography portfolio that showcases the applicant's skills, camera gear necessary for shooting sports and a wide range of events, and the ability to shoot on nights, weekends and holidays. The opportunity will help fulfill an internship requisite as well as allow the individual to expand their portfolio for future job prospects. Ability to work on-site is required to be considered for this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to the following):
•Assist the club photographer with shooting matches, training, community events, partnerships, and marketing activations
•Assist the club photographer with studio shoots
•Participate in department meetings and brainstorms
•Assist in organizing the club's digital archive
•Represent D.C. United in a positive image
•Maximum of twenty-five (25) office hours per week from January 2025 to April 2025
Key qualities include:
•Ability to capture defining moments
•Ability to photograph in different settings
•Ability to edit photos in accordance with D.C. United's brand guidelines
•Ability to work efficiently and under tight deadlines
•Knowledge of professional camera gear and editing software such as Lightroom, Photo Mechanic and Photoshop
•Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of evenings, weekends and holidays
•Must be an active college or graduate student and have the ability to receive credit for the internship
•Must have an existing website portfolio that demonstrates photography skills and experience
•This internship is unpaid, any applicants must be able to receive college credit.
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United rea rms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.
The D.C. United Communications and Content team is looking for a talented undergraduate or graduate student to join us as an intern for the Spring of 2025. The D.C. United Photography Intern will learn how to work in a professional sports environment, improve technique and skills, and produce content for the organization. Requirements include a website link to a photography portfolio that showcases the applicant's skills, camera gear necessary for shooting sports and a wide range of events, and the ability to shoot on nights, weekends and holidays. The opportunity will help fulfill an internship requisite as well as allow the individual to expand their portfolio for future job prospects. Ability to work on-site is required to be considered for this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to the following):
•Assist the club photographer with shooting matches, training, community events, partnerships, and marketing activations
•Assist the club photographer with studio shoots
•Participate in department meetings and brainstorms
•Assist in organizing the club's digital archive
•Represent D.C. United in a positive image
•Maximum of twenty-five (25) office hours per week from January 2025 to April 2025
Key qualities include:
•Ability to capture defining moments
•Ability to photograph in different settings
•Ability to edit photos in accordance with D.C. United's brand guidelines
•Ability to work efficiently and under tight deadlines
•Knowledge of professional camera gear and editing software such as Lightroom, Photo Mechanic and Photoshop
•Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of evenings, weekends and holidays
•Must be an active college or graduate student and have the ability to receive credit for the internship
•Must have an existing website portfolio that demonstrates photography skills and experience
•This internship is unpaid, any applicants must be able to receive college credit.
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United rea rms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.