Contributing Photographer Job at Oregon State University in Corvallis

Overview

Position Information

Job Title: Contributing Photographer
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location: OSU Corvallis, OR
Appointment Percent: 100%
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?: Not specified

Salary range: Min hourly rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro); Max hourly rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (maximum of 24 hours per week) Contributing Photographer position for the communications and marketing team in the Oregon State University Division of Extension and Engagement. The primary focus is to develop photographic content to support Extension and engagement educational, public information and/or marketing efforts. Photo assignments will occur at OSU and community locations throughout Oregon. Pay rate: $21 hourly (flat rate, includes taking and editing photos and coordinating with colleagues for assignments). Travel expenses are reimbursed. This position does not have a regular, set schedule and hours are variable depending on assignments.

Transferable Skill Development: OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) are developed in this role in the areas below: Communication, Professionalism & Career & Self-Development

Position Duties

90% Photography

• Takes photos at the direction of Extension Communications staff
• Suggests ideas for photos
• Confirms photo assignments with the contact and/or photo subject
• Performs basic photo editing (color correction, culling)
• Uploads photos and metadata to photo database or approved file-sharing platforms
• Collects model releases from subjects, as needed
• Adheres to OSU brand guidelines

5% Communication and Leadership

• Responds promptly to emails, messages, Teams chats and phone calls
• Notifies staff of needed changes or cancellations
• Follows OSU and EC policies and procedures
• Acts professionally; supports equitable representation and inclusion in photos

5% Other duties

• May contribute visual communication expertise to other projects, including basic videography

Student will meet with supervisor as needed in person (OSU campus, Corvallis, OR) or virtually (Teams/Zoom). Access to professional photography equipment is required; some equipment may be lent based on availability.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience taking photos with professional-quality cameras (DSLR and mirrorless)
• Ability to meet deadlines; organized and reliable
• Experience giving and receiving feedback

Minimum Enrollment Requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements (no academic suspension)
• Specific enrollment standards by student status are listed, including variations for high school, undergraduate, graduate, and international students

Additional Required Qualifications

• Experience with professional photography equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines; organized and reliable
• Ability to edit photos; comfortable receiving feedback

Working Conditions / Schedule

Student will meet with supervisor as needed in person or virtually. Access to photography equipment required; some equipment may be lent. Travel may be required; travel expenses reimbursed.

Application Details

Posting Number: P12517SE
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 10/27/2025
Posting Date: 09/25/2025
Closing Date: 10/12/2025

Application Instructions

Special Instructions to Applicants: When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: Resume; Portfolio of photography work. For additional information please contact: Rick Banks at rick.banks@oregonstate.edu. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

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