Photographer jobs in Lynchburg, VA

Photographer uses photographic and video equipment to capture a subject, place, or event. Understands and adheres to photography/videography guidelines and standards. Being a Photographer has thorough knowledge and experience with concepts like composition, lighting, and balance. Helps sift through content to identify valuable photos or videos. Additionally, Photographer may stage subjects or areas for capture and may work directly with clients. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Photographer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Photographer typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Photographer
  • University Of Lynchburg
  • Lynchburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Established in 1903, the University of Lynchburg boasts a stunning campus in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. A comprehensive private university with over 100 undergraduate majors, minors, and certificate programs, 15 master’s programs, and three doctoral degrees, Lynchburg offers a personalized, life-changing educational experience. It is regularly recognized by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review and stands out as one of 44 “Colleges that Change Lives.”


    The Office of Marketing and Communications develops multifaceted marketing campaigns that increase the University’s brand identity, perception, and awareness across three core areas: enrollment, advancement, and institutional reputation.


    The photographer is a key strategic member of the creative team at Lynchburg, ensuring visual consistency across print and digital channels. They collaborate with writers, designers, videographers, and the social media manager to create standout imagery that elevates the University brand and establishes consistency across campus. The photographer’s work is instrumental in attracting prospective students, engaging alumni, and promoting the University of Lynchburg’s brand and values.


    The photographer reports to the executive director of communications and is responsible for creating captivating images that showcase the spirit of the University of Lynchburg community. This role must demonstrate a passion for storytelling through visual art, the ability to immerse viewers in compelling narratives, and the skill to implement a range of photographic styles to capture our vibrant community and our beautiful campus.


    Responsibilities:

    • Handles a variety of photo requests ranging from event coverage to creative lighting setups
    • Schedules photo shoots and ensures comprehensive coverage of major campus events and requests
    • Supervises and mentors a team of student photographers, recruits and coordinates freelance photographers as needed
    • Collaborates with departments across campus to obtain photographs
    • Delivers final images within established deadlines in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
    • Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
    • Displays friendly and approachable demeanor when working with subjects across the University, establishing relationships with diverse individuals and groups
    • Shows a strong understanding of higher education and a desire to make an impact on its future
    • Responsible for building and maintaining MarCom’s digital asset management (DAM) system, ensuring the DAM adheres to brand and organizational standards, intuitive tagging, search functionality, and ease of access
    • Stays up to date with the latest industry trends, techniques, and technologies through workshops, online resources, and networking with other professionals in the field
    • Works some weekends and evenings as needed, including outdoors in varying conditions

    Benefits

    Generous paid vacation, personal days, and paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans with matching, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more


    Application Instructions

    To be considered, applicants must submit a portfolio of their work, or link to an online portfolio/samples of their work, along with a résumé and three professional references.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and training experience
    • 3 years of experience in photography in a freelance, studio, corporate, or higher education setting
    • A creative portfolio that demonstrates imagination and exceptional photography skill in capturing people, events, and landscapes
    • Strong understanding of composition, lighting techniques, and post-processing to create visually stunning and impactful images
    • Demonstrated ability to provide full scope of photography services, to include lighting set up, creative event photography and delivery of final images within established timeline
    • Proficiency in using professional photography and editing software, including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, to enhance images, adjust colors, correct imperfections, and prepare them for various platforms
    • Understanding of digital asset management (DAM) platforms to organize, distribute, and archive photography
    • Exceptional retouching and photo manipulation skills
    • Understanding the usage of a variety of cameras, camera lenses, lighting, and studio equipment to fulfill a variety of photo requests

    Preferred Qualifications

    • A portfolio showcasing higher education experience across a diverse range of subject matter covering students, faculty, alumni, and donors
    • Knowledge of photography and its role in the development of higher education communications
    • 5 years of experience in photography in a freelance, studio, corporate, or higher education setting
    • Videography experience


    We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg’s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

    The University of Lynchburg is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from persons of color, women, Indigenous/aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, the LGBTQIA community, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University of Lynchburg community.

    The University of Lynchburg is an equal opportunity employer.

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Night Photographer
  • US Ghost Adventures
  • Staunton, VA CONTRACTOR
  • Hello! We’re looking for an experienced night photographer to take spooky, nighttime photos of buildings and landscapes in Staunton, VA. These locations are part of a 1.5-mile haunted walking tour by ...
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Automotive Photographer
  • The Renaissance Companies Inc
  • Altavista, VA FULL_TIME
  • Whether you are an entry-level or seasoned Photographer, this is an outstanding opportunity to start a rewarding career with a company that is changing the way people are Buying, Selling, and Servicin...
  • 6 Days Ago

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School Photographer
  • Shutterfly
  • Lynchburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Description Lifetouch School Photography captures smiling faces from kindergarten through high school graduation. Our photographers provide schools and families with high-quality images and a memorabl...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Newborn Photographer
  • VIP Holiday Photos / Welcome Newborn
  • Harrisonburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Photographer Job Description: As a newborn photographer you will operate the WelcomeNewborn photocart and implement all elements associated with the provision of the Hospital’s newborn photographic se...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Studio Photographer/Retoucher
  • RHOBACK
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Rhoback Activewear is seeking a talented & motivated full-time Photographer to join our internal media house in historic Charlottesville, Virginia. Job Description: As a member of Rhoback’s photograph...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Test Engineer
  • BWX Technologies, Inc.
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Va., BWXT p...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Support Rep
  • Republic National Distributing Company
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that ha...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse 2nd Shift
  • Kaplan Development Group LLC
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • We are the community that treats you like family. Come Join Us. Seeking organized, motivated, compassionate team members...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Video Editor
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion to video record and edit lecture and presentation mate...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Visual Arts Director
  • University of Massachusetts
  • Amherst, VA
  • Visual Arts Director Job no: 520294 Work type: Staff Full Time Campus: UMass Amherst Department: Fine Arts Center Pay Gr...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Visual Arts Director
  • University of Massachusetts
  • Amherst, VA
  • Visual Arts Director Job no: 520294 Work type: Staff Full Time Campus: UMass Amherst Department: Fine Arts Center Pay Gr...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Service & Warranty Writer
  • Hawkins-Graves, Inc.
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Service & Warranty Writer Effective Date: 02/19/24 Hawkins-Graves, Inc. is looking for a...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Communications Coordinator - DOSO & AISP
  • University of Massachusetts
  • Amherst, VA
  • Communications Coordinator - DOSO & AISP Job no: 522039 Work type: Staff Full Time Campus: UMass Amherst Department: SA ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lynchburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 75,568. The 2017 census estimates an increase to 81,000. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the banks of the James River, Lynchburg is known as the "City of Seven Hills" or the "Hill City". In the 1860s, Lynchburg was the only major city in Virginia that was not recaptured by the Union before the end of the American Civil War. Lynchburg lies at the center of a wider metropolitan area close to the geographic center of Virginia. It is the fifth-...
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Income Estimation for Photographer jobs
$58,521 to $79,027
Lynchburg, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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