School Marketing Photographer
The Principia - Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63131![The Principia](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Department/Location: Central Marketing Department; St. Louis, MO
Position Type: Full-time, 12-month.
Organizational Relationship: Reports to Visual Media Director
Summary
Principia is looking for a School Marketing Photographer. In this role, you will work as a key member of the Central Marketing team to produce compelling and impactful photography that captures the spirit of Principia students and educators in action, illustrating the Principia story through a lens of visual authenticity.
Who We Are
At our award-winning pre-K-12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education-blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends.
Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.
Primary ResponsibilitiesPlans, captures, edits, and catalogs photography depicting authentic and inspiring representations of the School and College campuses for marketing, communications, public relations, and advancement needsCollaborates with Visual Media Director and the rest of creative team to meet organizational needs and goalsAssists in the management of student photographers, as neededBuilds and maintains relationships with representatives of various departments to facilitate photography planning and executionManages Principia's library of photos using digital asset management toolsTravels between the School and College campuses as needed; after-hours and weekend work required and frequent
Keeps up to date on current trends, techniques, and skills in the field
Core CompetenciesQuality: Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughnessInterpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and professionally with candidates and staff at all levels and build strong relationshipsResults Driven and Productivity: Ability to prioritize and deliver results in a high-volume environmentCommunication: Communicates well (written and verbal), delivers compelling presentations, has strong listening skills, passion and drive, and both intellectual and emotional intelligenceProactive: Ability to self-startCustomer Service: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needsDependability: Works within deadlines and under occasional heavy workloads
Minimum QualificationsStudent of Christian Science; if not, then values-alignedSupportive of Principia's mission, vision, and values as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/missionBachelor's degree in photography, art, or related field/ OR comparable professional experience of 5+ yearsDemonstrated exceptional skill in capturing and editing still photographic images in both candid and staged settings; portfolio requiredWealth of experience in planning, coordinating and conducting staged shooting sessions in both natural and artificial lighting scenariosDeep experience capturing powerful candid portraits, action shots, and event-based imagesExpert proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Lightroom, Photoshop (with excellent retouching skills), and Premiere Pro and/or Final Cut on a Mac platformExceptional organizational ability: prioritizing and executing many projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment; proven ability to create, navigate, and adjust complex organizational systems for managing digital assets
Advanced experience with staging equipment (strobe lighting, reflectors, backdrops, etc.)Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound judgment, and think creatively in unpredictable scenariosPracticed ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, managers, subjects, and support personnelDetailed understanding of marketing and communication methods preferred
The statements above describe the general nature and level of work but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia.
Equal Opportunity
Principia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status.
In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia-as an institution with a religious mission-gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.