Photographer Job at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in Norfolk

Overview CHKD is seeking a Photographer to join our Marketing & Public Relations team. A minimum of 2 years' professional photography experience is required, including demonstrated skills in portrait, event, and/or documentary‑style photography and a mastery of studio and on‑location lighting equipment. Shifts may fluctuate from week to week and a set schedule is not guaranteed, as this position is structured at 40 hours every two weeks with the schedule based on events and photography demands of the organization. Flexibility needed.
Responsibilities Collaborate with the marketing team and other stakeholders to plan and execute professional photo shoots. Direct subjects to achieve desired compositions and outcomes when appropriate.
Manage photo shoot environments, including lighting, composition, and logistics, to enhance the quality and visual impact of images.
Collaborate with marketing and communications staff to understand project goals and ensure imagery effectively communicates key messages to diverse audiences.
Consider target audiences when capturing and selecting images, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, mission, and strategic priorities.
Edit and retouch photographs using industry-standard software to meet quality, branding, and technical standards.
Ensure proper handling, setup, and maintenance of photography equipment and coordinate scheduling and logistics for photo sessions.
Organize, catalogue, and maintain digital image files, ensuring technical compatibility and accessibility for distribution across platforms.
Ensure all photography complies with CHKD's brand standards, deadlines, budgets, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
Carries out assigned responsibilities independently, seeking guidance from leadership in unusual or unanticipated circumstances that require deviation from policy or allocation of resources.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Minimum of 2–4 years of professional photography experience.
Experience working with studio and on-location lighting equipment.
Experience managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and working within budget constraints.
Portfolio showcasing strong skills in portrait, event, and/or documentary-style photography.
Proficiency in photo editing and retouching software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Strong understanding of composition, color, and visual storytelling principles.
Familiarity with healthcare environments and sensitivity to patient privacy (HIPAA) is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse subjects and teams.
Working Conditions Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
Physical Requirements Physical requirements available upon request.

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