Student Worker - Photographer, Inkblot Job at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (U

Student Worker - Photographer, Inkblot

Apply locations University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job requisition id: R0145044

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking to hire a Photographer for Inkblot.

70% Photography

1. Keep up with Basecamp to see which events could be well served by having a photographer present.
2. Manage an ASUN photo-sharing website, Flickr.
3. Take staff pictures or other photos whenever requested.
4. Manage the camera equipment.
5. Write it down whenever a camera is taken.
6. Propose new ways photography could be better used to promote ASUN at the end of each semester.
7. Take at least 100 photos at each event and edit at least 50.

20% After-Photo Maintenance

1. Fill out data sheet after each time holding a photoshoot, shooting an event, staff or taking stock photos.
2. Drop footage immediately after events.
3. Keep photos organized on the server so no stock photos are being lost.
4. Recognizing opportunities to change out photos on display on ASUN website - change every two weeks or as necessary.
5. Maintain stock photos and plan photoshoots whenever possible around campus.

10% Miscellaneous Tasks

1. Assist other employees whenever requested (within reason).
2. Work with Social Media Manager and video to cross-promote through YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

Responsibilities

• Attend ASUN events and take photos.
• Make sure the photos being taken are from a marketing perspective and represent ASUN and the undergraduate students.
• Ensure photos of students in Nevada gear are captured.
• During “slow” periods, take stock photos around campus.
• Sign out equipment when using it.
• Take staff pictures.
• Take stock photos of campus.
• Post on Basecamp and check regularly.
• Understand and abide by Inkblot, ASUN, and University standards.

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno.
• Candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of photography.
• Candidate must have an understanding of photo-editing software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate should understand how to use Flickr.
• Candidate should understand Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Candidate should have good communication skills.
• Candidate should be able to take direction.
• Candidate should be impartial in decision-making.
• Candidate should be able to approach strangers and ask to have their photos taken.
• Candidate should be respectful of the office and its associates.
• Candidate should demonstrate good organization skills.

Schedule

Expected hours to work per week: 10-15

Compensation Grade

Student Employee Level 1

$12.00/hr

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

25.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application, the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu.

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

• Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
• Cover Letter – (optional)
• Contact Information for Two References – (optional) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established, and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.

About Us

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading American public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land-grant university, the University serves 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

For more information, please visit the University’s website.