Photographer & Videographer

Position Summary
The Photographer & Videographer is responsible for producing high-quality, professional photography and visual media that supports Kilgore College’s marketing, communications, recruitment, and institutional initiatives. The role requires a highly skilled and experienced photographer with a demonstrated ability to execute on-location, studio, portrait, and sports photography at a professional level. This position works closely with students, faculty, staff, and external partners to visually tell the story of the college through compelling imagery and creative content. It also assists with videography, video editing, and limited graphic design projects as needed. Evening and weekend work is required.

Position Responsibilities

Capture professional-grade photography for marketing, athletics, events, academics, and institutional use

Execute on-location photography including campus events, athletics, ceremonies, and community outreach

Conduct studio photography sessions including portraits, headshots, and promotional imagery

Produce high-quality sports photography, including fast-action coverage in live game environments

Quickly edit, retouch, and deliver publication-ready images using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge)

Maintain and organize a comprehensive digital asset library with proper file management and metadata

Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team to develop and execute visual storytelling strategies

Ensure brand consistency and professional standards across all visual content

Assist with videography projects including filming, editing, and post-production

Produce video content for social media, web, and promotional campaigns

Provide limited graphic design support for digital and print materials

Coordinate and schedule photography sessions across multiple departments

Work effectively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external clients during shoots

Maintain and manage photography equipment, lighting, and studio resources

Stay current with industry trends, techniques, and emerging technologies

Supervise and mentor 2–3 scholarship student interns each semester, including assigning projects, providing training, reviewing work, and ensuring professional standards are met

Coordinate intern schedules and workflow to support departmental needs and project timelines

Meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Work evenings and weekends as required to support college events

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Position Requirements

Associate degree in Photography, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or a related field required

Professional portfolio demonstrating high-level competency in on-location, studio, portrait, and sports photography

Minimum of two years of professional photography experience preferred

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Lightroom required; additionally, Premiere Pro and Illustrator preferred)

Demonstrated experience with professional camera systems, lenses, lighting equipment, and studio setups

Proven ability to consistently produce sharp, properly exposed, and compositionally strong images in a variety of environments

Experience shooting in fast-paced, unpredictable environments such as live events or athletics

Working knowledge of videography and video editing

Basic graphic design skills

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing polished, publication-ready work

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Ability to effectively train, supervise, and mentor student interns in a professional setting

Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Ability to work evenings and weekends as required

Must be able to work in a typical office and on-location environment, including advanced computer skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

0 Full-Time Direct Reports; 1–3 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office and classroom environment.

No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety

Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Benefits and Perks

36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.

Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.

An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System.

Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities.

Full Time employees are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.

Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependents.

Compensation for this 12-month position is $45,660.

Location
All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No work-from-home positions are available at this time. All employees must be physically present at the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate must live in Texas.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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