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Photographer

The Walt Disney Studios · Orlando, FL, USA ·

Pay:
$20.10-$25.15/hr
Job type:
Seasonal

Photographer

Disney Experiences
Lake Buena Vista, FL
At Disney, we are storytellers who strive to make the impossible possible. By utilizing and developing innovative technology, we push boundaries to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your opportunity to join a talented team that delivers exceptional creative content to audiences worldwide. Our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is "We create happiness," and it influences everything we do. As a Disney employee, you will help inspire magic by enabling our teams to redefine entertainment and create experiences that have never been seen before.
The Photographer is responsible for providing photography services at conventions and events throughout the property. Candidates must possess a basic understanding of digital photography equipment, flash units, and software such as Photoshop and Lightroom. The Photographer will report to the Photography Manager for Disney Fine Arts Photography.
This is a Casual Temporary or Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.
Responsibilities

Set up and photograph on-location studio sessions
Oversee "print on site" sessions
Photograph large group photos of up to 300 people and process images for editing, including both group and individual shots
Arrange photography risers and determine suitable locations
Conduct green screen shoots, matte in backgrounds, and manage virtual background sessions
Photograph of character interactions
Collaborate with Senior Photographers to provide comprehensive coverage during events
Serve as Second Shooter for large weddings
Create creative and unique images
Photograph small weddings as the primary contact
Shoot portrait sessions
Photograph product and promotional images in a studio setting
Qualifications

You Have

An understanding of photography production in a business environment
Experience with Sony cameras, professional lighting equipment, and Mac computers
Knowledge of lighting techniques for large group photos (e.g., 500 people), as well as individual and small group posing
Ability to determine when and how to use a second light unit as a fill flash or essential light
Proficiency in Photoshop and Lightroom software, composition, and understanding of the exposure triangle
Experience with photography at events or conventions
Availability to work weekends, variable shifts, and holidays
Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education

A bachelor's (4-year) degree in Photography
The hiring range for this position in Orlando, Florida, is $20.10 - $25.15 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Business Productions, LLC, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Disney Business Productions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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