Photographer Job at University of Wisconsin in Madison

Job Summary:

The Office of Strategic Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a dynamic visual storyteller for the role of Photographer. This position creates visual assets for various platforms, including social media, university websites, and internal and external storytelling channels. Working with a robust creative team, the Photographer produces content that showcases the vibrant campus community and brings the UW brand to life.

The ideal candidate is creative and versatile, with a strong photography background in brand-focused storytelling and editorial styles. They are familiar working with digital asset management platforms, informative captioning, and archiving best practices.

Responsibilities:

Plans, composes, captures, and edits photographs on behalf of the institution and its members, and makes visual content available for institutional projects, programs, and units.

• 25% Schedules logistics and secures resources for photographic sessions to meet objectives according to established requirements and desired effects
• 45% Composes, processes, and edits photographs in various mediums utilizing specialized equipment and expertise
• 5% Adheres to institutional brand standards, guidelines, and policies regarding acceptable editing practices and uses of photographic visual assets
• 5% Serves as in-house expert on the effective use of photographic visual assets for advancing the goals of the institution, unit, and/or program
• 15% Archives, organizes and tags digital photographic assets
• 5% Applies creative and technical skills along with editorial independence, editorial judgment and journalistic integrity on projects across digital platforms

Education:

Preferred: Associate's Degree

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:
- Minimum 3 years related experience (relevant student/internship experience may be considered)
- In-depth knowledge of digital cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment
- Proficiency in Photo Mechanic software
- Proficiency in Adobe software suite
- Demonstrated ability to caption, keyword, and archive multimedia content
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaborate within a team
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and present ideas while giving and receiving constructive feedback
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at once while delivering on deadlines

PREFERRED:
- Experience working as part of a larger creative team
- Drone experience with a certified remote pilot license
- Video experience is a plus

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
This is a hybrid position. Some on-site work may be required with flexibility to perform some work remotely.
Occasional night and weekend work required.
May work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the first day of employment. University sponsorship of an employment visa is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click the 'Apply Now' button above to begin. After creating a UW Jobs profile, you will be asked to upload a cover letter, resume, and a portfolio/samples of your work.

Contact:

Kory Breuer
kory.breuer@wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.

Official Title:

Photographer (CM019)

Department(s):

A02-GENERAL SERVICES/VC FOR UNIV RELATIONS/BRAND STRATEGY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

309417-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.