Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Senior Photographer in Athens

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Details

Posting Number: S13722P

Working Title: Senior Photographer

Department: MarComm-Strategic Marketing

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Advertised Salary: $52,000-$57,000

Proposed Starting Date: 10/01/2025

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

Position Summary

This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can work with Marketing & Communications staff in a team environment as well as with campus clients. Responsibilities include coordinating with the Assistant Director for Photography and other staff to manage tasks and produce high-quality photography. The role requires extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, Raw Image Converter, Photo Mechanic, and digital asset management systems. The employee will participate in weekly planning and production meetings and handle lighting for a variety of assignments, including campus news, alumni publications, web pages, and promotional materials. Evening and weekend work and occasional out-of-town travel are expected.

Responsibilities

• Active photographer to conceptualize and produce images that support marketing campaigns and departmental initiatives; manage field and studio photography, image editing, asset management, and equipment logistics.
• Lead photo team efforts for internal publications and special projects; coordinate photo assignments and ensure deadlines and final image selections are met.
• Create enterprise news, feature, and stock photographs of campus subjects, events, and people.
• Support relationships between the Marketing & Communications photography staff and students/faculty; participate in job shadowing and mentoring as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned (time allocation may vary by project).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Education/experience evaluation can be discussed with the HR office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, Raw Image Converter, Photo Mechanic, and digital asset management systems. Familiarity with Outlook and Asana for communications and task management.

Physical Demands & Other Details

• Work in a standard office environment; driving, lifting equipment, standing, and walking for long periods may be required.
• May require driving, P-Card not required, and no direct interaction with children.
• Background checks and pre-employment verification may be required; credit checks may apply for positions with financial responsibilities.

Contact

Recruitment Contact Name: Andy Tucker

Recruitment Contact Email: adt@uga.edu

EEO & Core Values

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. More information on USG core values and policies is available in the linked documents.