Photojournalist Assistant

About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, 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. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Position Details

Working Title: Photojournalist Assistant

Department: CAES-Comm & Marketing

Employment Type: Employee

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Open Until Filled: Yes

Anticipated Start Date: 10/01/2026

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02 . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement (EOO Statement)
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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

Duties/Responsibilities

Capture original photography and supporting cutline and metadata information for CAES news stories, profiles and feature content

Attend and cover college and Extension events as needed

Collaborate with writers and designers to create visually compelling stories

Repurpose existing content for new formats

Assist in creating infographics or data visualizations using Adobe products, Flourish or similar tools

Write professional outreach emails to schedule photo shoots, confirm interview details and gather background info

Work with the OMC team to plan and execute social and web content that connects with target audiences

Organize, edit and apply metadata and archive photo assets for future use

Add and archive your work in PhotoShelter, our digital asset manager

Other related duties based on the student's interests and experience

As available, assist and act as a second shooter on editorial and marketing photoshoots with professional photographers

Percentage of Time
100

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