School Picture Photographer Job at Galena City School District in Galena

26-27 School Picture Photographer

Contract Date Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026 – Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
Salary Stipend $2000
Job Requirements
Verified completed background check through GCSD Human Resources.
*other background checks do not suffice this requirement.
Qualifications
Strong organizational, communication, and editing skills.
Familiarity with digital publishing or yearbook software preferred.
Ability to mentor and lead a team of students.
Attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
Job Description
Student Photography
Take annual school pictures for all K–12 students attending SHS and GILA.
Coordinate picture schedules with school administration and staff to minimize disruption to the school day.
Provide opportunities for students who are absent or need a replacement photograph to have their picture taken.
Ensure student photographs are appropriately identified, organized, and stored.
Staff Photography
Take annual staff photographs for: SHS o GILA o GILA Dorm/Residential Life o Other Galena-based school departments as requested.
Organize staff photographs for school and district use.
PowerSchool Integration
Prepare and organize student photographs for use within PowerSchool.
Connect or upload student photographs to the appropriate student PowerSchool records.
Verify that photographs are matched with the correct students.
Work with appropriate school personnel to resolve missing or incorrectly matched photographs.
Student & Family Picture Distribution
Provide and distribute individual student photographs to each student and/or family.
Ensure families receive the necessary information for accessing their student's photographs.
Assist with resolving basic questions regarding picture access or distribution.
Photo Organization & Records
Maintain organized digital files of student and staff photographs.
Ensure photographs are appropriately labeled and available for authorized school uses, including PowerSchool and yearbook production.
Maintain student and staff privacy when storing, accessing, and distributing photographs.
Other Duties
Ensure adherence to school policies and copyright laws.
Carry out other responsibilities related to the yearbook as assigned by administration.
Other duties as assigned by the Activities Director.